Gattini
Elio e le Storie Tese · 2009
68 min · 17 tracks · comedy rock
Whimsical melodies intertwine with satirical lyrics, creating a playful commentary on Italian culture and society.
Why this album works
The album garnered attention for its humorous take on contemporary issues, showcasing the band's signature style that blends music with parody. It contributed to their sustained popularity in Italy, further establishing them as cultural icons within the comedy rock genre.
- Best for
- whimsical melodies for lighthearted moments playful commentary on cultural quirks dynamic journey with engaging peaks
- Context
- Released in 2009, 'Gattini' is Elio e le Storie Tese's first album after a four-year hiatus following 'Studentessi' in 2005. By this time, the band had solidified their unique blend of comedy rock and social commentary, marking a continued evolution in their artistic expression.
- Stylistic neighbors
- "Weird Al" Yankovic· Frank Zappa· Spinal Tap
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Gattini 0:33
- 2 John Holmes (Una vita per il cinema) Standout 3:54
- 3 Cassonetto differenziato per il frutto del peccato 4:08
- 4 Nella vecchia azienda agricola 1:14
- 5 Pork & Cindy 5:00
- 6 Il vitello dai piedi di balsa Standout 3:14
- 7 Il vitello dai piedi di balsa (reprise) 1:33
- 8 Uomini col borsello 4:29
- 9 Essere donna oggi Standout 7:18
- 10 La terra dei cachi 4:09
- 11 Psichedelia 4:19
- 12 Il rock and roll 5:41
- 13 La follia della donna, parte 1 3:35
- 14 Shpalman 3:33
- 15 Largo al factotum 4:53
- 16 Storia di un bellimbusto 5:25
- 17 Shpalman (romanza da salotto) 5:54
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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