Bass by Parisi & Mondello: A Wild Ride Through Electronic Mayhem (2013)
Let’s cut to the chase—Bass by Parisi & Mondello isn’t your grandma’s playlist unless she happens to be an Italian raver with a penchant for Hardstyle and Progressive House. Released in 2013 under the label Italian Creation, this album is like that one friend who shows up at a party, flips all the furniture, and somehow makes it work. It’s chaotic, bold, and occasionally genius.
The title track, Bass, slaps harder than a wasp on steroids. If you’re into beats that feel like they’re trying to escape your headphones, this is your jam. The drop? Oh man, it hits like a truck full of espresso machines speeding downhill. You can practically hear Italy screaming through the synths—loud, proud, and unapologetically caffeinated. This track sticks with me because it’s got that rare combo of making you want to both dance and question your life choices. Like, “Am I having fun, or am I losing my mind?” Either way, mission accomplished.
Another banger worth mentioning is Track Name I Forgot Because It Was Late When I Listened To It. Okay fine, let’s call it That One Song With The Build-Up That Feels Like Forever But Pays Off. This tune takes its sweet time teasing you with layers of tension before exploding into euphoria. It’s the musical equivalent of waiting in line for gelato—yeah, it feels endless, but oh boy, does it deliver when you get there. There’s something oddly satisfying about how Parisi & Mondello toy with patience here; it’s like they know exactly how long you can handle anticipation before breaking you.
Now, don’t get me wrong, not every track on Bass will make you wanna quit your day job and become a DJ. Some songs lean a little too hard into the “we’re mysterious electronic artists” vibe, leaving you wondering if maybe they just pressed random buttons and hoped for the best. But hey, even those moments have their charm—it’s like watching someone trip over nothing but still land gracefully.
Reflecting on Bass, I’m reminded of pizza toppings. Not every slice has everything you love, but as long as the base is solid (and cheesy), you’ll keep coming back for more. And honestly? Sometimes the weirdest combinations end up being unforgettable. So here’s to Parisi & Mondello: two Italians who proved that basslines can hit harder than most punchlines—and left us all questioning whether we should start saying “ciao” instead of “hello.”
Final verdict? Turn it up loud, embrace the chaos, and try not to spill your drink while dancing.
