Is Rimmel a good place to start with Francesco De Gregori?

Yes, Rimmel is recommended as a starting point for new Francesco De Gregori listeners. A tapestry of storytelling woven with tender folk melodies and poetic lyricism that captures the essence of Italian life. Upon its release in 1975, Rimmel was Francesco De Gregori's third studio album, following his breakthrough record, Theorius Campus. At this point in his career, he was solidifying his reputation as a leading figure in the canzone d'autore movement, marked by intricate lyrics and compelling narratives.

Rimmel works well if you're into concise narrative arc experience, introspective reflections on life and poetic storytelling with warmth.

How many songs are on Rimmel?

Rimmel has 9 tracks, running approximately 29 minutes.

Rimmel

Francesco De Gregori · 1975

29 min · 9 tracks · folk rock

A tapestry of storytelling woven with tender folk melodies and poetic lyricism that captures the essence of Italian life.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Rimmel Start here — The title track serves as a vivid introduction to De Gregori's emotive storytelling style, combining personal reflection with broader social commentary.
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Buonanotte fiorellino — This song showcases De Gregori's ability to blend whimsy with melancholy, making it a memorable highlight that resonates deeply within the album's themes.
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Il signor Hood (a M., con autonomia) — Offering a fascinating narrative about identity and autonomy, this track exemplifies De Gregori’s lyrical prowess and complex character portrayals.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

63 /100

Treeline

Higher than 74% of albums we've rated

Rimmel showcases strong storytelling through varied arrangements, making it a notable work in Italian folk rock.

What we noticed

The album opens with a title track that features a gradual build-up of instrumentation, leading into a more dynamic second track.
Several songs incorporate spoken word elements alongside melodic sections, creating a narrative flow that enhances the storytelling.
The final track features a stripped-down arrangement, contrasting with the fuller sound of earlier songs and providing a reflective conclusion.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 8/10

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. 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

concise narrative arc experience
introspective reflections on life
poetic storytelling with warmth
morning coffee listening companion

Maybe skip if you

seeking high-energy tracks
prefer standalone singles

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Critical Peak — Rimmel solidified De Gregori's reputation and is influential in Italian singer-songwriter music.
Themes: Italian life· poetic storytelling· social commentary
Moods: Introspective· Melancholy
Career context: Upon its release in 1975, Rimmel was Francesco De Gregori's third studio album, following his breakthrough record, Theorius Campus. At this point in his career, he was solidifying his reputation as a leading figure in the canzone d'autore movement, marked by intricate lyrics and compelling narratives.
Stylistic neighbors: Fabrizio De André· Lucio Dalla· Mogwai