Bruno Fiengo Presents Rockit: Audio-Visual Exploration of 1980s Metropolises and Electronic Music
Bruno Fiengo presents Rockit, an audio-visual project examining 1980s urban environments and electronic music scenes. The work draws inspiration from Herbie Hancock's groundbreaking Rockit video and Italo disco, incorporating archival footage of Naples and other major cities. The project explores how MIDI technology enabled synchronization between humans and machines, advancing independent music production. Fiengo has two decades of experience creating art through music, video, and writing, having worked with artists including Lucio Dalla, 99posse, and Enzo Gragnaniello, and contributed to RAI programming and sports documentaries.
Key facts
- Bruno Fiengo created an audio-visual project called Rockit focusing on 1980s metropolises and electronic music
- The work incorporates archival footage of Naples and other cities alongside musical influences from Herbie Hancock and Italo disco
- Fiengo has produced music for RAI programs and created soundtracks for sports documentaries including a Maradona DVD
Entities
Artists
- Bruno Fiengo
- Herbie Hancock
- Lucio Dalla
- 99posse
- Almamegretta
- Enzo Gragnaniello
- Redroomdreamers
Institutions
- RAI Trade
- Fandango
- Soul Train
- Gazzetta dello sport
Locations
- Naples