Hey music lovers, imagine stepping onto a sunlit terrace in southern Italy as the golden hour hits, basslines pulsing under your feet while shimmering melodies and live percussion pull you straight onto the dancefloor. That feeling? It’s exactly what Gabriele Poso delivers with “Maraviglia,” the infectious title track from his forthcoming sixth album, set to drop this June on his brand-new label AG Records.
If you’re craving that late ’70s Italian disco revival but with a fresh, organic twist, this track is pure fire. Poso, the celebrated Italian percussionist, composer, and producer from Lecce in Salento, has crafted something special here. “Maraviglia” takes the cosmic disco energy of the golden era and infuses it with Mediterranean warmth, Afro-Caribbean percussion influences, and a jazz sensibility that keeps everything feeling alive and human.
What hits you first are those deep basslines driving the groove, paired with shimmering melodies that sparkle like sunlight on the sea. The organic percussion—Poso’s signature strength—adds layers of tropical rhythm that make the track move effortlessly between pure dancefloor energy and laid-back, sun-drenched atmospheres. It’s the kind of sound that works perfectly for sunset sessions, open-air parties, or those late-night dancefloors where the vibe just refuses to quit. You can almost feel the live band in the room: Rhodes, Hammond, full brass sections, all captured live to tape in an analog studio in southern Italy. That analog warmth gives “Maraviglia” a rich, joyful texture that stands out in today’s often digital-heavy scene.
This isn’t Poso’s first rodeo. He’s built an impressive catalog with releases on respected labels like Soundway, Agogo, BBE, Yoruba Records, Wonderwheel, and Mr. Bongo. Gilles Peterson has been a vocal supporter, and Poso has taken his music to stages around the world—from Wonderfruit Festival in Thailand and Vivid Sydney to Italy’s massive Jova Beach Party and European showcases like ESNS. His sound consistently bridges global audiences and club culture, rooted in a deeply organic approach centered on live instrumentation and rich percussion textures.
With “Maraviglia,” Poso launches AG Records, his own independent imprint focused on groove-driven music at the intersection of global rhythms, jazz, and electronic influences. The label’s debut release sets a clear tone: live-recorded, analog-produced tracks with percussive depth that invite both deep listening and serious dancing. The full album promises to celebrate collective musicianship even more, blending those Mediterranean roots with tropical and global influences into something vibrant and immersive.
Right now in 2026, we’re seeing a real resurgence of disco-inspired sounds. Italian fashion weeks are embracing ’70s glitz, while dancefloors and playlists are warming up to Italo disco revivals and global groove fusions. Tracks like this fit perfectly into that wave—honoring the past while pushing forward with authentic, human energy. It’s not nostalgia for nostalgia’s sake; it’s music that makes you want to move your body and feel connected to something bigger.
“Maraviglia” already has an official release link where you can stream it everywhere: gabrieleposo.ffm.to/maraviglia. Go give it a spin on Spotify and let those grooves wash over you. Whether you’re a longtime fan of Poso’s percussive magic or discovering him for the first time, this track feels like an invitation to celebrate rhythm in its purest, most joyful form.
What do you think—does this kind of sun-soaked cosmic disco make you want to hit the dancefloor, or are you more drawn to the deeper listening side? Drop your thoughts in the comments below. I’d love to hear which part of the groove hits you hardest, and whether you’re already counting down to the full album in June.
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Stay tuned for more artist spotlights and fresh sounds coming your way. Until next time, keep chasing those grooves that make you feel alive.
