We’ve fallen in love here at Four Flies. His name is Lumiero, he hails from Milan and writes songs that feel like postcards from a 60s dream, while still firmly rooted in today’s world.
His vinyl debut, the 7-inch “La Tua Amica Più Cara / Corteggiamento Lento,” is infused with calypso, exotica, and refined orchestrations that flirt with jazz and the most elegant Italian songwriting. Produced and arranged by Marquis, whose sound evokes imaginary cocktails and summer melancholies, these two songs are like two scenes from the same romantic film: a ‘before’ and ‘after,’ a close encounter and a bittersweet distance. Or simply different journeys of the heart.
The 7-inch is set for release on 12 September 2025 on Marengo, distributed by Four Flies. Pre-orders are available starting today, 24 June!
With this record, Lumiero maps out a sincere yet complex emotional landscape, bringing the legacy of Italy‘s great singer-songwriters firmly into the new millennium.
Born in 1997 and rooted in Milan’s Barona district, Lumiero stands out as a timeless voice, a true heir to the profound artistry of classic Italian song. Drawing inspiration from both the core and fringes of Milanese life, he offers a romantic, nuanced, yet playfully irreverent look at contemporary Italy and its longing for new horizons. His lyrics explore passionate romances, fleeting summer escapades, and a nation striving to reconnect with its core identity. Marquis‘s compositions and production provide the perfect backdrop for Lumiero’s captivating melodies, acting as both canvas and frame.
And so, as time comes full circle, we find ourselves at a new beginning.
