Marino Marini - Marino Marini

Review by Peter Tonkin

Marino Marini's self-titled album is a masterpiece of Italian pop music. Released in 1958, it features Marini's distinctive voice and the sound of his band, the Quartetto di Milano. The album is a mix of original songs and covers of popular Italian and international hits.

The album's opening track, "La più bella del mondo," is a classic Italian love song that showcases Marini's vocal range and the Quartetto's tight harmonies. Other standout tracks include "Come prima," a cover of an Italian standard that was later recorded by Frank Sinatra as "For the First Time," and "Guarda che luna," a bouncy tune that became a hit in Italy and beyond.

Marini's style is a blend of traditional Italian music and American pop and jazz influences, and his band's arrangements are tight and polished. The album's sound is timeless and still holds up more than 60 years after its release.

Summary by Peter Tonkin

Marino Marini's self-titled album is a must-listen for fans of Italian pop music and anyone interested in the history of European popular music. It's a classic album that deserves a place in any music lover's collection.