No Label ‘Cyberpadania II’ Revives Lento With a Futuristic Edge
No Label ‘Cyberpadania II’ is here, redefining electronic music with a genre-bending blend of slow, pulsating beats and deep-rooted Italian influences. Dropping on January 28, this highly anticipated EP continues the Cyberpadania saga, breathing new life into Lento music while weaving in cyber-driven intensity.
The Rebirth of Lento: No Label’s Vision
Back in the ’90s and early 2000s, Italy’s underground club scene thrived on Lento—a slow-burning, hypnotic electronic style hovering between 80-110 BPM. From the legendary Preascolto DJ sets to Gigi D’Agostino’s harder-hitting Lento Violento, the genre was a staple of Italian nightlife. But as global electronic sounds took over, Lento faded into obscurity.
Then, in June 2024, No Label reignited the movement with Cyberpadania I, a groundbreaking release that introduced Nuovo Lento—his modernized, reimagined take on the style. With support from heavyweights like VTSS, Raffaele Attanasio, and Gabber Eleganza, it became a Bandcamp sensation, making it to the platform’s New & Notable list. Now, the sequel, No Label ‘Cyberpadania II’, pushes the genre even further.
Cyber Meets Padania: The Sound of Cyberpadania II
The term Cyberpadania fuses cyber (electronic) and Padania (a term evoking Northern Italy’s cultural identity). No Label describes this concept as an intersection of ultra-modern cyber aesthetics and the raw, unfiltered essence of Padania’s socio-political landscape.
Tracklist Breakdown: A Sonic Journey Through Italy’s Future
Successo
The EP opens with a dystopian statement. A digitally altered voice of Silvio Berlusconi asks, “What’s the difference between a genius and a madman? Success!” before launching into a storm of hyper-digital synths, distorted kicks, and a chaotic industrial pulse reminiscent of Nine Inch Nails and The Prodigy.
Uroboro
Sampling the infamous Richard Benson, this track questions why Italy often imitates American music instead of embracing its own rich heritage. With pounding basslines and hypnotic synth loops, “Uroboro” embodies the rebellious spirit of Cyberpadania.
Crociate Finanziarie
This emotionally charged track pays tribute to No Label’s great-grandfather, who escaped the Armenian genocide and found refuge in Venice. Layered with haunting Armenian pku trumpets, it’s a deep, historical reflection wrapped in Nuovo Lento’s futuristic soundscape.
Diamanti Grezzi
The final track exposes the dark underbelly of high-class nightlife. Raw, distorted, and pulsating with tension, it captures the excess, glamour, and decay hidden beneath Italy’s elite party culture.
A Cultural and Sonic Revolution
Beyond music, No Label ‘Cyberpadania II’ serves as a mirror to Italy’s evolving identity. No Label himself, a native of Padova, describes Cyberpadania as a representation of his reality—where hyper-modern internet culture clashes with the region’s traditional, often crude traits.
By blending vintage Lento with contemporary techno, hip-hop influences, and cinematic sound design, No Label has carved out a new sonic frontier. Nuovo Lento isn’t just a revival—it’s an evolution.
Where to Listen and Get Your Copy
No Label ‘Cyberpadania II’ drops on January 28. Be among the first to experience the future of Lento music. Stream it on Bandcamp, SoundCloud, and all major platforms.
Call to Action: Have you listened to Cyberpadania II? Share your thoughts in the comments! For more on No Label and the Nuovo Lento movement, visit Cyberpadania II on Bandcamp.
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