Four musicians describing themselves as a "private megacorp militia" have crafted what might be the most compelling fusion of metal and synthwave since Gary Numan picked up a distortion pedal. Leather Laces, emerging from the shadowy corners of Italy's Devisal Universe, have delivered a debut single that feels less like a musical statement and more like a manifesto written in power chords and programmed beats.

There's something rather affecting about an album that begins with its own definition. Anemoia—from the ancient Greek for "wind" and "mind"—describes nostalgia for a time one has never lived. It's a concept that might sound pretentious in lesser hands, but Italian guitarist Andrea Zacchia wields it with the kind of understated authority that marks the difference between genuine artistic vision and coffee-table philosophy.

The Italian guitarist and composer Ninni continues his creative path by presenting his new instrumental works to the public. 'A Meravilha' is his latest release, which is named as a reflection on the play on words "Maravilha" (Portuguese for "wonder") and "Meraviglia" (Italian for "marvel").

Italian singer-songwriter Gioaen has shared his collection of unreleased songs 'Isola delle Correnti'. This EP is the quintessence of a creative collaboration with the mix engineer and the result of his talent and perseverance.

Italian rock n roll band The Backlash was founded in 2013 in Milan, and since then the guys have become a cult representative of the local indie scene. Their musical style includes elements of psychedelic rock, shoegaze and indie.

Italian artist Francesca Pichierri released her new single 'Sperarci Due Eroi' on January 31.This deep and heartfelt song is inspired by the artist's own experiences with her mother's illness and her battle with cancer.

On January 10, the Milan-based artist DALE released his third official single called 'Vortex'. In this song, DALE emphasizes the importance of going all the way in your love and not caring what others say.

Giardini Oort is a promising artist from Ravenna, Italy. On December 12, Giardini Oort released a new single 'Hypnosis', marking a new chapter in his creative journey.

Italian band Despite the Wane is back with their new single 'The Angel of Death'. Following the success of their previous album 'Beyond That Wall' which was released in 2023, they show their new work in the best form. Despite the Wane consists of two members, Mir Kollins (vocals, synths) and Max Dury (guitar).

'THE _SHOE ARTIFACT' is the title of the new single from _SHOE, an Italy-based music project. The song 'THE _SHOE ARTIFACT' is part of the upcoming album from _SHOE and presents one of their facets, as they are also involved in video series, comics and music production.