Marina Rei

Italian singer-songwriter noted for a shift from soul and funk toward electro-pop and rock. Reviewed work highlights include Sanremo entries and a live reworking of her songs on Al di là di questi anni.

Sanremo appearances and placements mentioned in reviews: third among young talents in 1996 with "Al di là di questi anni"; 13th place in 1997 with "Dentro me"; 7th place in 1999 with "Un inverno da baciare"; participated in 2005 with "Fammi entrare" and was eliminated before the final evening. Reviews also note a stylistic move toward electronic sounds around 1999 and praised live rearrangements on later releases.

Marina Rei is an Italian singer-songwriter whose work moved from soul and funk toward electro-pop and rock. Reviews highlight her Sanremo entries (notably 1999's "Un inverno da baciare") and praised the live reworkings on Al di là di questi anni. Critics note strong songwriting, evocative lyrics and successful stylistic reinventions.

For:Fans of Italian singer-songwriters, Sanremo followers, listeners of electro-pop and rock-influenced pop.