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Negrita

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Forlisteners curious about italian rock/pop-rock and negrita’s stylistic evolution, plus anyone choosing a starting album.
20 Reviews 31 Definitions 17 Charts

The Profile

Negrita are an Italian rock band from Arezzo, frequently described in reviews as moving from early rock-blues/funk-rock roots toward Latin/Brazilian-influenced rock in later records, while remaining a strong live act.

From the reviews: debut in 1994; the band is from Arezzo; members referenced include Pau (singer), Drigo and Mac; "Reset" is described as their fourth album (1999); "XXX" is dated 1997; "Radio Zombie" is dated 2001; "9" is explicitly called their ninth album and is associated with recording in Ireland (Grouse Lodge, County Westmeath) per a TV appearance recap.

Across these reviews, Negrita are framed as an Arezzo-born Italian rock band with strong live impact and solid musicianship. A recurring theme is the stylistic pivot toward Latin/Brazilian influences starting with "L'uomo sogna di volare" and developed in "Helldorado". Some writers praise the groove, experimentation and social lyrics; others criticize heavy-rotation pop turns, trivial lyrics, and filler tracks. Early-era albums ("Negrita", "XXX", "Reset", "Radio Zombie") are repeatedly cited as key entry points.

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