Mac/Corlevich is an Italian duo born from the encounter between Davide Corlevich and Cristiano Mecchi, two musicians from Verona with different musical backgrounds converging into a new project. Corlevich has one foot in the world of classical guitar and constant artistic activity in this field but has always explored very different genres with bands like Anteo and Galaverna, accumulating extensive live and studio experience. Mecchi, an expressive singer and versatile drummer, has been part of many bands associated with the rock and underground scene, such asneXus,3tons,Poseydon,Supergonzo, and Oui The North, with numerous recordings and hundreds of concerts throughout Italy. A successful fusion of experiences and complementary talents. Drawing from folk, Americana, country, and grunge, Mac/Corlevich distil these sounds and blends them, embracing a sensibility free from nostalgia but infused with intensity. Rain Or Shine, their debut album out for XO La Factory on May 10th, combines those two sonic worlds in an intense and authentic journey that smells of America.

What They Say: “Something Beautiful’unfolds with expressive vocals harmonising with the guitar, evoking thetimeless warmth of 1960s and 1970s folk. The song explores emotions, and its elements blend in an intimate journeythat sings of sincerity, and the palpable desire for beauty and authenticity. In the finale, reminiscent at times of someSimon & Garfunkelproductions, the song acquires a dense and full tone, with its prolongation suspending theconclusive cadence always a bit further.“

“In a “parallel reality” set in the early ’80s, the Beatles are still making records, and all the technology we have today is available… with purchasable humanoids that often fulfil the roles of friend/confidant… machines, like you and me…“

“It was a solitary journey through a lifetime. A constant test where one finds oneself face to face with one’s essence, without necessarily having to resort to “pre-established scripts.”

“In many relational situations, sometimes one is forced to go or let go… just like the candle that burns more slowly than the others eventually stops shining and leaves you in the dark, waiting for a new light. Home.”

Their Mixtape:

John Moreland – Hang me on the Tulsa County Star

For the style, arrangement, lyrics poetry, and the attitude that inspired a lot the birth of our duo.

John Prine – Angel of Montgomery

For the great ability of mr. Prine to write such a “liquid” song that keeps the beauty in every reinterpretation it went through the years, by the several famous covers of it.

Chris Cornell – Seasons

This tune stand by himself. The legacy of Chris Cornell as one of the very greatest, in our opinion, starts with the vocals pike that stands out in this gem

Simon & Garfunkel – April Come She Will

A true classic that brigs softness to describe the ups and downs of the curve of love in a matter of months.

Mark Lanegan – Deepest Shade

Written by Greg Dulli and perfectly interpreted in Lanegan’s Imitation (2013) it’s such a pity not to have this eternal love song in our setlist

JB Paterson – It’s Alright by Me

We found this song just hanging around Spotify’s playlist: we’ve been captured by the contrast of the simplicity of the music and the depth of the lyrics.

Kris Kristofferson – Sister Sinead

We don’t know actually…we like the idea that  Kristofferson wanted to show his noble support to Sinead O’Connor while she was in a moment of weakness and frailty.

Rain Or Shine is out now on Xo La Factory. Look HERE for more information on Mac/Corlevich.