GIANTHEO’s latest single is a stunning piece of pop. Touching and melodic with a certain warm intimacy behind its lyrics and the experiences they discuss, ‘Tommy al Lunapark’ is a fantastic new release from the Italian pop outfit.
Based in Brescia, Italy, GIANTHEO are an outfit that have been having sizable acclaim for a couple of years, including 3 top ten singles in the independent charts. They are now back with a song about Matteo Sainaghi’s son Tommaso, Sainaghi being the THEO is the outfit’s name. Tommaso is 9 years old, and ‘Tommy al Lunapark’ is written from his father’s point of view about a day spent with him in the amusement park.
The words describe Tommy’s dreams and experiences as a child, and the accompanying music perfectly fits the concept. The melodic piano arpeggio has a certain child-like flair. Innocent and upbeat, the piano line and the hopeful chords are a great accompaniment to the processed voice rapping on top. The blend of the conventional sounding piano with the infinitely airy vocals does add a unique quality to the track. A fusion that I have not encountered before for sure.
‘Tommy al Lunapark’ is warm and pretty, yet cool and punchy. A solid mix showcases why GIANTHEO have had 3 singles charting in one year, and an unusual mix of musical cues displays their boldness.