Sottotono

The Profile

Italian hip hop duo from Varese composed of producer Big Fish (Massimiliano Dagani) and emcee Tormento (Massimiliano Cellamaro), associated with the Area Cronica collective.

Their second album Sotto effetto stono (1996, cited in reviews) is frequently cited as a landmark; the album features collaborations with Graziano Romani, Danny Losito, Lyricalz, Left Side, Esa, Polare and Bassi Maestro according to the reviews.

Sotto effetto stono is presented in the reviews as a landmark of 1990s Italian hip hop, praised for Tormento's versatile delivery and Big Fish's production. Reviewers highlight standout tracks and notable guest contributions while noting some uneven moments. The album is called an instant classic by one reviewer and judged mixed-but-important by another.