Negazione

The Profile

Negazione were a hardcore punk band from Turin, Italy, active from 1983 to 1992. Core figures included vocalist Guido “Zazzo” Sassola, guitarist Roberto “Tax” Farano, and bassist Marco Mathieu, with drummers changing across years. Known for a fierce DIY ethic, relentless touring, and searing records like Lo spirito continua, they became a cornerstone of Italian and European hardcore.

Origin: Turin, Italy; active 1983–1992. Core members cited in reviews: Zazzo (vocals), Roberto “Tax” Farano (guitar), Marco Mathieu (bass), and Orlando “Furioso” on drums among others. DIY world tours and a reputation for incendiary live shows; appeared at Monsters of Rock 1991. Early material includes split ‘Mucchio Selvaggio’ with Declino and EPs ‘Tutti pazzi’ and ‘Condannati a morte nel vostro quieto vivere’. The band publicly rejected reunion plans; later reissues/compilations helped keep their catalog accessible.

Reviews paint Negazione as a fiercely DIY, relentless hardcore force from Turin (1983–1992). Highlights include the raw early EPs, the classic Lo spirito continua, and blistering live reputation, even at Monsters of Rock 1991. Most pieces are celebratory; one review harshly criticizes 100%. Overall, intensity, integrity, and passion dominate.