Who: LUCA
Instrumental
LUCA is an Italian solo project in the Progressive Metal/Djent genre, formed by guitarist and bassist Luca
Negro (Temperance).
The initial idea for the project was conceived during the pandemic, a long period of forced absence from
the live scene, which allowed Luca to create his first ideas and gradually accumulate material with a distinct
style from all his other musical projects.
Azalea is the debut EP, released on July 2, 2024. In this work, LUCA presents himself not only as a bassist
but also, for the first time, as a guitarist.
The compositions of Azalea are deeply influenced by the sound of bands and artists such as Periphery, Plini,
and Tesseract. In these five tracks, LUCA demonstrates his ease with complex guitar and bass rhythms, as
well as intricate lead guitar lines, showcasing profound versatility in instrumental performance and
remarkable compositional skills.
LUCA manages to blend the intricate polyrhythms typical of Djent with the sophisticated melodies of
Modern Fusion, creating a unique sonic experience that captures the listener’s attention. Each composition
is a dynamic journey, rich in rhythmic and harmonic variations, reflecting his ability to experiment and
innovate within the genre.
His skill in seamlessly switching between instruments and mastering different musical styles makes each
performance an example of exceptional technical competence and artistic expressiveness. LUCA doesn’t just
play the music; he lives it, conveying emotions and stories through every note and chord.