BENEVENTO, MARCO

Marco Benevento’s debut for Big Crown Records, titled Glera, is a masterclass in cinematic groove, vintage textures, and cross-genre exploration. Known for his virtuosic keyboard work and unpredictable sonic palette, Benevento delivers a record that feels like a long-lost 1970s library production or an Italian film score updated for modern turntables. This indie-exclusive Coke Bottle Clear vinyl pressing offers an audiophile-grade aesthetic that perfectly mirrors the refreshing, fizzy energy of the music inside.Musically, the album moves away from minimalistic constraints to craft sprawling, vivid soundscapes heavily inspired by Mediterranean charm.

The opening track, "Frizzante," sets an immediate mood with bright, high-energy keyboard leads and a sun-drenched tempo. Throughout the record, jazz improvisation balances beautifully with deep reggae pockets, psych-pop arrangements, and world-music rhythms. Key standout tracks include the carnival-inspired stomp of "Big Top," the frantic synth-work on "Houdini," and the dark, giallo-tinged noir thriller vibe of "Zio Tony," which features striking whistling from Molly Lewis. Collaborations like "Turandot" featuring Marianne Mirage and the soulful, harp-laced "Miss Neptune" with Elizabeth Steiner prove that Benevento excels just as much as a global music curator as he does a performer.