Kandeggina Gang

The Profile

An early Italian punk group led by teenager Jo Squillo, debuting in 1980 with the 45rpm 'Sono cattiva - Orrore', considered an important early testimony of the Italian punk movement.

Debuted in 1980 with the 45rpm 'Sono cattiva - Orrore'. The single is described as bare, immature but captivating and an early expression of the Italian punk generation. Jo Squillo later released 'Girl senza paura' under the name Jo Squillo Eletrix, where New Wave and synth influences are noted; subsequent singles mentioned include 'Avventurieri'.

Kandeggina Gang is an early Italian punk group led by the teenager Jo Squillo who debuted in 1980 with the 45rpm 'Sono cattiva - Orrore'. The single is described as bare and immature but captivating, voicing youthful discomfort and social critique. The work is considered an early testimony of the Italian punk generation. Jo Squillo later released 'Girl senza paura' as Jo Squillo Eletrix, where New Wave and synth influences appear.