Zero assoluto

The Profile

Zero Assoluto is an Italian pop duo from Rome formed by Thomas De Gasperi and Matteo Maffucci, active since 1999. Known for melodic pop with light rap elements, they broke through with singles like Semplicemente, Svegliarsi la mattina and Sei parte di me, and albums including Scendi and Appena prima di partire.

Members: Thomas De Gasperi and Matteo Maffucci; Italian pop/pop-rap duo from Rome; active since 1999; known for mid-2000s chart hits such as Semplicemente, Svegliarsi la mattina and Sei parte di me.

Reviews praise the duo’s catchy pop with light rap touches and lyrics about everyday life and love. Scendi is noted as their debut album, seen by some as less sugary and fresh, with standouts like Mezz’ora, Minimalismi and Delirium. One reviewer criticizes the title track Scendi’s lyrics as overly sweet, while others celebrate the group’s melodic hooks. Singles like Sei parte di me are called irresistible. Appena prima di partire is viewed as commercially savvy yet effective.