Occupying a niche that’s incredibly small and rare, Marek De Vann emerges as a keen explorer of obscure Italian soundtracks, especially drawing inspiration from iconic 70s crime movies and seminal directors such as Franco Micalizzi and Stelvio Cipriani. Penning haunting, high-octane instrumental tunes, De Vann teams up with Paolo Apollo Negri, one of Europe’s most esteemed Hammond organists, crafting a double single, ‘Il Fuggiasco/A Mano Armata’, a tidal wave of emotional chaos that’s a joy to listen to.
From a sonic standpoint, Marek adventures into funk, italo-disco and soul, borrowing specific elements that result in a blend of wholesome instrumental goodness, such as drums, bass, and analogue synthetisers, making for a quirky, uplifting and striking formula that feels both nostalgic and futuristic, also very eclectic. In that sense, De Vann joins fellow countrymen Calibro 35 in shining a light over a hidden – yet never forgotten – era of Italian cinema.
Speaking about his wider artistry, Marek De Vann explains: “My sound is shaped by pioneers like Kraftwerk, Boards of Canada, and Devo, yet it also carries the moody, dramatic essence of 70s Italian crime film scores. The result? A fusion of electronic innovation with a cinematic edge.” Overall, ‘Il Fuggiasco/A Mano Armata’ is an interesting, unique record, one that fully deserves the listener’s time and curiosity.
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