Album Review: Qualche Grammo Di Gravità by La Metralli
If you’re into music that feels like a warm hug from an old friend, Qualche Grammo Di Gravità by La Metralli is the kind of album you’ll want to keep on repeat. Released in 2013 under the label A Buzz Supreme, this Italian gem blends Folk, World, Country, and Pop into a sound that’s both earthy and dreamy. It’s not trying too hard to impress—it just does.
The album kicks off with "Senza Formula," and honestly, it’s one of those tracks that sticks with you. The melody has this laid-back vibe, like someone strumming a guitar on a sunny afternoon while you sip coffee. But what really grabs you is the lyrics—simple yet kinda profound, like they’re telling you something important without shouting about it. I found myself humming it days after listening, which doesn’t happen often unless a song really clicks.
Another standout is "Cantico Dei Viaggiatori." This one feels like a journey, pun totally intended. The rhythm has this traveling pulse to it, like you’re wandering through some dusty Italian village or cruising down a coastal road. The harmonies are rich, almost cinematic, and there’s this sense of nostalgia that sneaks up on you. It’s like the song knows you’ve got stories to tell, even if you haven’t figured them out yet.
Tracks like "Maestrale" and "Levante" bring in these breezy, almost ethereal vibes, while "Ruggine E Carie" throws in a bit of grit. It’s cool how La Metralli can shift tones without losing their identity. The whole album flows like a conversation—you don’t always know where it’s going, but you trust it anyway.
One thing I didn’t expect? How much this album made me think about time. Like, it’s not just background music—it’s the kind of record that makes you pause and reflect. Maybe it’s the Italian flair, or maybe it’s just the way they layer the sounds, but it feels timeless in a way that’s hard to explain.
So yeah, Qualche Grammo Di Gravità isn’t perfect—it’s got its quirks, and some tracks might not hit as hard as others—but that’s what makes it feel real. It’s not trying to be anything other than itself, and honestly, that’s pretty refreshing.
Oh, and here’s a random thought: listening to this album feels like finding an old postcard in a drawer—you don’t remember why it mattered, but suddenly it does again. Weird, right? But that’s La Metralli for you.
