Bob Balera

**Bob Balera** is an Italian musical project blending electro-pop roots with a rock-edged cantautore style, formed by vocalist Romeo Campagnolo and multi-instrumentalist Matteo Marenduzzo. Their 2022 album *Pianeti* showcases a refined mix of 70s/80s-inspired Italian songwriting and modern rock energy, featuring tracks like the single "Rimini" and a cover of Lucio Battisti’s "L'Aquila". Known for DIY collaboration, their recordings involve contributions from local musicians at studios across northern Italy, emphasizing organic instrumentation and lyrical themes centered on love and introspection.

Rooted in late 2010s experimentation, the duo’s work progressed from their 2020 debut *È Difficile Trovarsi* to the more cohesive *Pianeti*, which solidified their niche between retro Italian pop sensibilities and contemporary indie-rock grooves. They collaborate with producers like Sandro Franchin and engineers including Alberto Gaffuri, prioritizing live-session authenticity over electronic polish. Their live performances and recordings highlight Campagnolo’s emotive vocals and Marenduzzo’s genre-blurring arrangements.