Hiya Decadent Heroes, thanks for joining us in the virtual RGM lounge today. Grab a brew and take a seat.
Thanks for joining us today. Tell us a bit about where you are from and how you got into music?
I’m from Italy and I’ve been playing guitar since my teenage years.
What started as a love for classic rock and blues turned, after playing in many rock bands over the years, into a deep passion for instrumental guitar music.
Artists like Andy Timmons, Joe Satriani, Neil Zaza, Jeff Beck and Vinnie Moore have been huge influences on my style and sound.
What does the current instrumental rock scene look like from your perspective?
It’s a small but very passionate scene. The level of playing and production is higher than ever, especially with home studios, but getting real visibility remains challenging. The audience that loves this music is extremely dedicated though.
Do you think it’s easy to become a victim of our surroundings sometimes?
Definitely. It’s easy to get distracted by trends, social media pressure or the need to sound “current”.
I try to stay focused on creating music that genuinely excites me rather than chasing what’s popular.
What are your ambitions as an artist?
To keep growing as a guitarist and composer, to release music I’m proud of, and to build a loyal audience that connects with the emotional and dynamic side of instrumental rock.
What’s your view on the music industry today?
It’s more competitive and fragmented than ever. At the same time, independent artists have more tools than before to reach listeners directly.
The real challenge is staying authentic while being heard.
What are your thoughts on AI-generated music?
Maybe for someone it can be a useful tool for ideas or quick drafts, but it lacks the human soul, imperfection and emotional depth that real music has.
For me, nothing replaces the feeling of a genuine performance.
What’s the biggest thing you have learned recently as you progress with your music?
That dynamics and groove are more important than technical perfection.
A track that breathes and has real feel will always connect better than one that’s just loud or complex.
What’s currently in your ears and on rotation at the moment?
Right now I’m listening a lot to Andy Timmons’ Resolution and Recovery, Vinnie Moore’s To The Core, Joe Satriani’s Strange Beautiful Music, and some timeless classics like Dio’s Holy Diver, AC/DC’s Back In Black, Deep Purple’s Machine Head and Guns N’ Roses’ Appetite For Destruction.
I hear you have new music out. What can you tell us about the album “Climax”?
Climax is my new instrumental rock album. It’s a dynamic journey with powerful tracks like The Dragon and Hype, alongside more atmospheric and melodic moments such as Minutes Away and Here Comes The Rain.
I wanted it to feel big, emotional and cohesive from start to finish.
What was the recording and production process like for this album?
It was intense but very rewarding. I worked with excellent musicians on drums and bass, while I handled all the guitars myself.
A lot of time went into mixing and mastering to achieve the right balance between power, clarity and musicality.
Would you change anything now that it’s finished?
There are always small details you notice after finishing, but overall I’m very satisfied.
This album represents well where I am as an artist right now.
Is there anything else you would like to share with the world?
Just a sincere thank you to everyone who still listens to and supports instrumental music. It really means a lot.
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