Krisma

The Profile

Krisma (originally Chrisma) are an Italian electronic/new wave duo formed by Maurizio Arcieri and Christina Moser. Active from the mid-1970s, they combined synth-driven experimentation, provocative visuals and pop elements across several albums.

Maurizio Arcieri had an earlier career with the 1960s group New Dada and a hit with "Cinque minuti e poi"; the duo renamed themselves from Chrisma to Krisma and worked in England and Italy. They recorded provocative videos ("Aurora B" is noted in reviews as an early Italian videoclip), collaborated briefly with Hans Zimmer (credited on Cathode Mamma era material), used early consumer synths/Casio instruments on later records (e.g. Fido/Nothing To Do With The Dog recorded with a Casio), and experienced both critical praise for innovation and commercial flops (Clandestine Anticipation is described in reviews as a commercial failure).

Krisma (originally Chrisma) are an Italian electronic/new wave duo formed by Maurizio Arcieri and Christina Moser. Reviews praise their pioneering synth sounds, striking visuals and experimental pop approach while noting commercial flops and mixed reception. Key albums discussed in the reviews include Clandestine Anticipation, Cathode Mamma and Nothing To Do With The Dog.