Mario Biondi

Italian singer known for his deep, soulful voice; debut album Handful Of Soul (2006).

Reviews praise his deep, soulful voice but criticize predictable arrangements and over-polished production. The album If had reported 70,000 preorders and platinum status prior to release (mentioned in reviews). Reviews note recordings between Rome and Rio de Janeiro, mastering in New York, strings recorded in London, and collaborators including Fabrizio Bosso, Lorenzo Tucci, Daniele Scannapieco, Luca Mannutza, Pietro Cincaglini, Sandro De Bellis, Gianluca Petrella, Herman Jackson, Michael Baker, Jacquès Morelenbaum, Ricardo Silveira, Sonny Thompson, Giovanni Baglioni.

Two DeBaser reviews praise Mario Biondi's deep soulful voice while criticizing predictable arrangements and production. Handful Of Soul is noted for strong vocal delivery; If drew commercial success but divided critics. Reviews list several notable collaborators and recording locations.

For:Fans of soul and jazz, listeners who appreciate deep baritone vocals, and critics of mainstream production.