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Bestiario musicale

Lucio Corsi · 2017

24 min · 8 tracks · blues

Whimsical melodies intertwine with playful lyrics, creating a vibrant exploration of nature's creatures through eclectic pop and folk influences.

Top tracks — play these first

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    La civetta — This opening track sets the tone with its catchy melody and vivid imagery, introducing listeners to Corsi's imaginative world of animal characters.
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    Il lupo — Here, Corsi utilizes darker tones and more complex arrangements, illustrating the contrast between lightheartedness and the wild themes present throughout the album.
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    La volpe — This track stands out for its playful rhythm and clever lyrics, encapsulating the whimsical spirit of the entire project while maintaining lyrical depth.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

47 /100
Foothills
Higher than 19% of albums we've rated

The album features inventive storytelling and eclectic melodies, establishing Corsi's unique voice in indie pop.

What we noticed

  • Each track is named after a different animal, with lyrics that personify these creatures in whimsical narratives.
  • The melodies often feature unconventional chord progressions, creating a playful and eclectic sound.
  • Instrumentation varies significantly between tracks, incorporating elements of folk and pop while maintaining a cohesive thematic focus.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
6/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
7/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 2/10

Little footprint beyond its audience. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • short, playful listening sessions
  • whimsical storytelling elements
  • energetic front-loaded experience
  • lighthearted background ambiance

Where this album fits

Career context
Bestiario musicale is Lucio Corsi's debut album, released in January 2017. At this point, he was establishing his sound and artistic identity after gaining attention as a promising indie artist. The album marked his first major foray into the music scene, showcasing his unique blend of genres that would define his career.
Stylistic neighbors
Mac DeMarco· Father John Misty· Kevin Morby

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 La civetta 2:52
  • 2 La lepre 2:55
  • 3 La volpe 3:35
  • 4 L'upupa 2:52
  • 5 Il lupo 4:00
  • 6 L'istrice 3:39
  • 7 Il cinghiale 2:45
  • 8 La lucertola 1:24

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