Italian music culture has always been a rich tapestry of sounds and traditions, from opera to folk music and more recently, hip-hop. However, it’s currently in the midst of an exhilarating evolution, spearheaded by Romanian-born, Italian-raised music dynamo, RE4L, real name Alex Calin.
RE4L burst onto the scene in 2019 after immersing himself in the universe of beat-making, riding on the wave of Italy’s trap music scene. A self-proclaimed admirer of Italian maestros Sick Luke and Charlie Charles, RE4L is more than just a fanboy emulating his idols. The vigour with which he’s adopted and personalized his craft is a testament to his unyielding dedication and natural flair. This isn’t just a hobby for him, but a vivid, relentless calling.
RE4L hails from Vigevano, a city in northern Italy just a stone’s throw from the vibrant metropolis of Milan. This geographical duality is a living metaphor for RE4L’s musical journey – from the Romanian roots of his birthplace to the pulsating rhythm of Italian life, he embodies a unique blend of cultures, mirrored in his innovative music.
RE4L’s music style is described as “unusual” – a word that only scratches the surface of his distinctiveness. He’s not just an anomaly; he’s a category in himself. His talent for remixing has birthed an entirely new genre, ‘Technodrill’, set to hit the airwaves soon with an anticipated mixtape release. This thrilling cocktail of techno and drill is an ambitious endeavour, and RE4L is the daring composer willing to take the risk.
His craft is deeply ingrained in his use of samples, injecting an eclectic range of textures and tones into his tracks. For the three years he’s been on the scene, RE4L has continued to impress audiences with this diverse palette of sound. His love for music isn’t genre-bound – it’s an ever-evolving exploration of new styles, finding passion in discovering new musical territories.
As a DJ, he’s known to light up Saturday nights, spinning his vibrant remixes that cause the crowds to pulsate with infectious energy. The passion exchanged between him and his fans is visceral, an electricity that only authentic music can generate.
Beyond the spinning decks and mixing tables, RE4L is hard at work penning his first album as a producer alongside another mystery artist. His promise of an ‘innovative project’ is tantalizing, given his pedigree as a creator who effortlessly shatters conventional norms.
If given the chance, RE4L dreams of collaborating with iconic American producer, Scott Storch. Closer to home, he’d jump at the chance to work with Charlie Charles, a nod to his deep respect for the established Italian music scene while always seeking to push boundaries.
RE4L’s meteoric rise has turned heads, and with his first album on the horizon, he’s ready to stake his claim as a game-changer. As he takes his journey to new heights, the pulsating beats of RE4L’s music will echo far beyond the borders of Italy.
As fans eagerly anticipate his next move, they can follow his musical journey on Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, and Spotify where RE4L shares his captivating world of beats and rhythms.
Whether you’re an avid music lover or a casual listener, RE4L’s unique soundscape is a sonic adventure worth embarking on. As the heart of Technodrill, he is shaking up the status quo, proving that innovation, determination, and a love for music can spawn the most unexpected and exciting creations.
