Franco Falsini – Navigators

Tremendo Recordings revives a visionary 1997 EP from Franco Falsini here. He was the founder of Italy’s Interactive Test label and made this EP using an Amiga Tracker and Roland samplers that capture a DIY edge and forward-thinking approach that defied industry trends of the time. The release is named after Netscape’s iconic browser and echoes early digital optimism by blending ambient, proto-techno and trance into a uniquely Italian sound. Ethereal vocals from Bettina and Ilaria Ciampolini float through intricate, off-grid structures throughout, while contributions from Riccardo Falsini, Ubj and Atma Lai add layered textures. This one still sounds way ahead of its time.