Lodra (PBO)) Calibro 35, an Italian band famous for its unique and fascinating style, have brought their unmistakable sound and the homage to Ennio Morricone all the way to London, in an extraordinary thrilling concert at the Union Chapel in London, conquering the audience with a concert which will go down in history.
With influences ranging from funk to psychedelic rock, and inspired by the soundtracks of Italian crime films of the 60s and 70s, Calibro 35 have established themselves as one of the most innovative and representative bands of the contemporary Italian music scene.
Here’s what they said before the concert to LondonONE radio
The London concert dedicated to Ennio Morricone (and promoted by the Italian Cultural Institute in London) was a highly anticipated event, both for soundtrack enthusiasts and admirers of the Italian master, whose music has entered global popular culture. Calibro 35 have faced this challenge with mastery, reinterpreting some of Morricone’s most famous soundtracks, including the iconic themes of Sergio Leone’s films, such as The Good, the Bad, the Ugly, Once upon a time there was the Weste Head down.
The group gave new life to the compositions with its unmistakable touch: each piece was played with an explosive funk rock vein, maintaining respect and fidelity to Morricone’s masterpieces but adding the energy and distinctive grit that distinguish Calibro 35 . The arrangements enhanced the dynamism of Morricone’s music, highlighting the orchestral details and intense rhythms with a contemporary personality that was able to make each song vibrant and current.
Caliber 35 during rehearsals at the Union Chapel in London
The band’s ability to blend tight rhythms, sharp guitars and cinematic atmospheres made the experience a true celebration of Morricone’s music. The performance was received with enthusiasm, showing how the composer’s music can be reinterpreted with sensitivity and inventiveness, while maintaining its emotional impact intact.
In addition to paying their respect to Morricone, Calibro 35 have shown a rare ability: that of paying homage without copying, bringing something new and deeply personal to the master’s music. This concert in London underlined how Calibro 35 are more than simple performers; they are, in a certain sense, artistic heirs who help keep Ennio Morricone’s musical legacy alive and relevant, making it accessible and fascinating to a new international audience.
