M.U. PODCAST #156: CUPO MEDITERRANEO (NOVEMBER 2024)

Cover Art curated by Bruno Lopes (Mundo Urbano) in November 2024 for Cupo Mediterraneo Mix. 

Sicilian producer and musician Francesco Ferro, under his moniker Cupo Mediterraneo, is carving out a space in electronic music that feels, both timeless and utterly singular. With his latest release in One Instrument records, “Bardo”, Ferro delivers a body of work that asserts itself as a masterclass in mood and movement - an album that doesn’t merely ask for attention but commands it.

Across its seven tracks, “Bardo” unfurls like a vivid dream. Hypnotic arpeggiators shimmer and pulse, their precision tethered to an emotional core that feels strikingly human. Melodies bloom in vibrant colors, cascading over immersive textures that draw the listener deeper with every pass. This is electronic music operating at its highest level - technically brilliant, compositionally daring, and emotionally resonant.

Ferro’s artistry lies in his balance of opposites: light and shadow, complexity and immediacy, introspection and exuberance. Each track is part of a larger narrative, yet none feel constrained by genre or expectation. His sound doesn’t just evolve - it expands, enveloping the listener in a world where boundaries dissolve and the music becomes a pure experience.

In his exclusive mix for Mundo Urbano, Cupo Mediterraneo weaves a captivating and immersive journey, seamlessly blending his distinctive sonic vision with tracks from pioneering artists like D-Leria, Vactrol Park, and the iconic Psychic TV. Far from a mere listening session, this mix unfolds as a transcendent exploration of the rich interplay between experimental and electronic soundscapes.

“Not only sound, not only spirit. The body seizes both and becomes their lord, temple, and space. A journey between shadows and lights.” Francesco Ferro (Cupo Mediterraneo)

With “Bardo,” and this remarkable mix, Cupo Mediterraneo has solidified himself as a force to be reckoned with - a visionary whose work challenges the norms of electronic music while remaining deeply accessible. For Mundo Urbano, hosting this mix is not just a feature; it’s an honor.

M.U. PODCAST #156: CUPO MEDITERRANEO (NOVEMBER 2024)

Tracklist:

01. d-leria - Il giardino degli unicorni
02. Cosmo Vitelli (ft. fantastic twins) - A brand new city
03. Vactrol Park - Caustic Tones
04. Shari vari - New York City
05. Psychic TV - Are you experienced
06. Mioclono - Disobedience
07. Absis - Found Ritual (Bonus)
08. Absis - Break Through Fear
09. Ed Rain - Slow Talk