Tracklist
01 Nocturnal Roadtrip
02 Stealthy Night
03 They Are Coming
04 Honey Afternoon
In the shadow of night, the engines fall silent and the stillness of the canyons surrounds us. The sand beneath our feet is a carpet of fallen stars, and above us the Milky Way feels close enough to touch. The air, heavy with mystery and terror, becomes the perfect soundtrack for our music. It isn’t an empty silence, but one filled with alien sounds, forgotten echoes, and ancient spirits. The sensation is a blend of adrenaline and calm—the very essence of these tracks’ sound—carried not by ocean waves, but across a boundless desert.
We feel alive, small and at the same time infinite, in perfect harmony with the wild and fearsome nature of these endless landscapes. Our hearts beat in time with the primordial rhythm of this land; the sounds seize you with their overwhelming energy, hurling you into a dimension where adrenaline is the only currency. The speed of the notes and the technical precision create a sonic vortex that tears you away from daily reality, while the sophisticated arrangements open doors to unexplored worlds. Every riff is a portal, every solo a journey through limitless mental landscapes.
These four pieces were born from the need to explore the wildest, most nocturnal soul of rock. The inspiration comes from sleepless nights spent confronting one’s own fears and desires, transforming darkness into vibrant energy. Each composition is a genuine, profound confession—an explosion of creativity that escapes every convention while retaining a strikingly personal authenticity. It is an intimate, raw sonic voyage, where every note resonates with the true essence of its creator.
Max Rosati is an Italian guitarist, composer, producer, and sound engineer who emerged in the early 1980s.
His extraordinary guitar technique is a masterpiece of fluidity and precision, blending blazing speed with subtle melodicism. He possesses a deep command of jazz harmony, allowing for improvisations that are both intellectually stimulating and profoundly soulful. His approach often incorporates innovative fingerstyle patterns and hybrid picking, creating a rich, layered sound that is intricate yet organically expressive. His playing is marked by remarkable economy of motion, making even the most complex passages appear deceptively simple while delivering maximum emotional impact.
With a career spanning four decades, Max Rosati stands as a prominent figure in contemporary music in Italy and across Europe. Born and raised with a guitar in hand, his journey began in lively jazz clubs, where he quickly gained a reputation for intricate soloing and innovative chord work. This foundation transitioned seamlessly into the soulful rhythms of funk and rock and the infectious melodies of pop, making him a highly sought-after artist. His unmistakable mix of jazz sophistication, engaging blues, and pop sensibility has taken him to stages and studios worldwide, collaborating with legends across multiple genres.
From the intimate settings of rock and pop to arena-filling pop tours, his unmatched versatility and musicianship have consistently shone. Complementing his playing is a highly personal and distinctive approach to arranging. Max Rosati is renowned for creating arrangements that enhance a song’s emotional core, often employing unconventional sounds and sophisticated counter-melodies to elevate the music. His meticulous layering of guitar textures—using a diverse tonal palette to create depth and atmosphere—is not merely about adding notes; it’s about sculpting the sonic landscape to highlight specific lyrical themes or emotional shifts, demonstrating a deep understanding of how each instrument contributes to the music’s overall narrative. His arrangements stand as a testament to his vision, transforming simple compositions into rich, immersive experiences.
Throughout his long career, he has collaborated as a guitarist, producer, and sound engineer with:
Gino Vannelli, Youssou N’Dour, Patti Smith, Andrea Bocelli, Fiorella Mannoia, Gianni Togni, Elodie, Tony Esposito, Shel Shapiro, Craig David, Michael Bolton, Anastacia, Boy George, Pino Daniele, Lucio Dalla, Gianna Nannini, Zucchero, Ligabue, Giorgia, Litfiba, Claudio Baglioni, Antonello Venditti, Franco Battiato, Mahmood, Luca Trolli (drums), Massimo Moriconi, Javier Girotto.
Worldwide Published by “Surabaya Music publ.”
All tracks composed by: Max Rosati
Executive and Artistic Producer: Max Rosati for Funky Juice Records
