Marco Faraone has released his first music on Joseph Capriati's Metamorfosi label. The double-sided single, called 'That's Right / I Don't Care', is out now and pairs two tech-house tracks with very different moods. Faraone is a Tuscany-born house and techno producer who is based in Barcelona.
At a glance
- Artist: Marco Faraone
- Release: 'That's Right / I Don't Care', a double-sided single
- Label: Metamorfosi, run by Joseph Capriati, where this is his debut
- Style: Tech house with house and techno roots
What we know
The lead track, 'That's Right', is a club-focused tech-house cut. It is built around hypnotic hip-hop vocal hooks that loop with a gritty, determined feel. Around them sit hissing hi-hats, crisp drum programming, occasional tambourine rhythms and punchy basslines that shift in pitch.
The second side, 'I Don't Care', leans toward funk and soul. The grooves are strong but the sound is lighter, with energetic vocals and sensual chords. After a big build-up, the track opens into a mix of tropical and percussive textures.
The source describes his approach in the studio as no-frills, and the two sides show a producer comfortable moving between a raw club tool and something warmer.
Who is Marco Faraone?
Faraone has been a steady presence in house and techno for around twenty years and is described as an underground stalwart. He founded the UNCAGED label, which has hosted showcases with artists such as Ben Klock, Alan Fitzpatrick and Avision. Those events have been held at venues and festivals including Watergate, fabric London, Awakenings, elrow, OFF BCN and Monegros.
He has released music alongside Ejeca, Deetron and Greeko. He has also remixed a long list of well-known names, including Nick Curly, Radio Slave, Josh Wink, Chris Liebing, Paco Osuna, Roland Clark, Eats Everything and Gregor Tresher.
Where to catch him
Faraone is set to play the Metamorfosi closing party at Amnesia Ibiza. His other upcoming dates include Brunch Electronik Malaga Weekender, UNVRS, Groove Cruise Miami, Reframe LA and Baby Club. Dates were not given in the source, so check the organisers for details.
Why it matters
A debut on a respected label like Metamorfosi is a notable step for an artist who already runs a label of his own. For listeners, it is an easy way to hear two sides of his sound in one release. If you like following techno across Europe, our list of top techno festivals in Europe is a good place to look for your next trip.
