Christine Plays Viola is an Italian band that has been weaving its way through the post-punk and darkwave musical landscape with their moody, atmospheric sounds and emotionally intense performances. Formed in the late 2000s in Pratola Peligna, a small town in the province of L'Aquila, the band quickly established their penchant for dark, melancholic melodies, and introspective lyrics. Their music often blends the energy of post-punk with the ethereal nuances of darkwave, characterized by expansive soundscapes that are at once evocative and haunting.

Over the years, Christine Plays Viola has released a number of albums and EPs that showcase their evolution as artists and their dedication to creating a rich, textured sonic world. Among their most recent releases, "Fading" continues to explore themes of existential angst and emotional turmoil, while "The Bonds Should Be Only Silver Threads" delves into the intertwining of human connections with a signature, gothic-inflected sound. "Spooky Obsessions" attests to their ability to craft vivid, cinematic music that echoes the darker side of the human psyche. "The Stars Can't Frighten" is a testament to their skill in blending melodic guitar lines with brooding synths, creating a soundscape that is as chilling as it is beautiful. "Leocadia" and "Innocent Awareness” further manifest the band's creative growth, showcasing their adeptness at forging musical narratives that resonate with listeners who have a penchant for the shadowy corners of the alternative music scene. Christine Plays Viola's sound continues to capture the attention of international audiences, solidifying their place among contemporary purveyors of dark-tinged post-punk and ethereal wave music.

Genres

Corrosion

Dark Post-punk

Italian Gothic

Italian Post-punk

Latest Release

Fading

Christine Plays Viola

Album - 9 Tracks - Released May 18, 2020