Marco Mestichella

The London based Italian, Marco Mestichella, is about to release his second EP 'Troubled Water'. We actually reviewed Marco earlier this year, take a look here. It is great to see how and when an artists begins to develop their music over time and Marco's journey is a lovely one to look at. In January, we saw him producing cinematic, story-like songs but now he is experimenting with every variant of pop you think of and the result is spellbinding.

The new EP opens with 'Vola Via'. This could possibly be my favourite of all the tracks on the release because of the ambience it creates, the Italian monologue which makes it seem close to the heart and the way something just clicks halfway through, allowing the melodies to evolve into more of a symphony than cinematic production, totally encapsulating Mestichella's artistic development. The EP's namesake follows, opening with a climatic drum roll and bursting into colour with the electronic high's and low's. The song sounds a bit like a refreshed 00's track and, like the lyrics croon, "It feels so good inside".

'Treason' takes on the appearance of an awakening, a sound which could parallel the glisten of sun through the trees. The track also features an oddly calming rap from Turan, adding an extra dimension to the laid back, synth laden song. 'Savvy Stomper' goes on to completely change the mood of the EP with its funkalicious melodies, upbeat brass sections and salsa vibes in the latter part of the song. You really can't help but pout and move in time to the track, its just so full of attitude, making it a real focal point.

'When The Sun Goes Down' is a gentle giant, sounding like a total summer tune as it emulates warmth in its slow, tidal melodies. 'I Should Have Stayed Home Tonight', a track reworked by Annette Exner, sounds almost alien in the setting of the EP, it boats a light drum and bass chorus whilst Mestichella's vocals echo and vibrate over the top. The remaining tracks are remixes of 'Troubled Water', I Should Have Stayed Home Tonight', 'Fragments of Light' and 'New Sensation'. All of the remaining 4 songs have club vibes to them, beefing up the already meaty EP.

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Emily Branson (@emiemzy)

Marco Mestichella

Marco Mestichella's music is cinematic, a great performance with all the notes in the right places and nothing slipping out of place. His sounds have a professional warmth to them, they make you feel good but the skilled aura induces a feeling of awe instead. Another notable part of his music is his voice, it is one that is smooth and composed, almost crooning into your ear.

The first song I took a look at was 'Fragments Of Light', a song boasting a very real sense of groove and an uber coolness. The song is ruled by the perfect drum beat, the periodic hit of the cymbal keeping everything in perfect form. However, Marco's vocals hold the magic in this song, a large majority of it is spoken in a low voice which then switches to a beautiful, melodic singing voice for the choruses.


Another song I took note of was 'Process Of Neglect'. I loved this one because it feels like a book, you get the sense you are about to be swept up in a story as soon as the song begins, which is true as when you focus on the lyrics, you hear Marco asking 'Give me a reason', entering you mid scene to his story. It is also full with beautiful lyrics, a particular favourite being: "In a very deep sea / Full of fears, full of hopes / I was on the road".

See Marco Mestichella live:
Friday 23rd January 8:30 - The Luna Lounge - London
Tuesday 24th February 8:30 - Alleycat Bar - London

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Emily (@emiemzy)