2014 – Bellydancer (GodzillaMarket)
Milano and Italy, Mediterraneo and Eastern Europe, different cultures and big cities. It is where we live. The “bellydancer” is an ideal epitome of these inspirations: Middle Eastern influences, Mediterranean traditions, urbanized life, the electrified skyline of the city lights: the “bellydancer” is an expression of a tradition and at the same time an attraction of the ethnic restaurant round your block, a concept (a suggestion) that can be placed wherever at will, disconnected from the context but still having its own identity and a strong connotation: a neon sign on an exchangeable background.
In this perspective, BELLYDANCER is a genuine snapshot of our shows, in which we favor the “indiscriminate danceable aggression”: if you like solid rock guitars, marble tough rhythm section, whether you like to dance or just sit on the couch, BELLYDANCER talks about lust, lust for sex, lust for food, lust for finding yourself lost in Istanbul, lust for being hungry, an urgent declaration of our Love for The Party.
TOURS
Italia, Switzerland, Germany, Austria, Hungary, Turkey, Greece, Portugal, Belgium, Netherlands, Croatia, Serbia, Bosnia: the band is well known for the breathtaking live shows, the spontaneous (and sometimes never ending) aftershows in the audience or with the local DJ with acoustic instruments, for the unstoppable self-irony and sparkly Italian temper.
Band’s highlights include Sziget Festival World Stage (H, 2009, 2012, 2013), Lowlands (NL, 2010), Das Fest (D, 2010), Horizonte Festival (D, 2009), Fusion Festival (D, 2009), Mundial Festival (NL 2009), Eskisehir Festival (T, 2009), Hidrellez Festival (T, 2013), Caterraduno (2011), Ariano Folk Festival (I, 2007, 2013), Rock’n Coke Istanbul (T, 2013).
RELEASES
2010 – Combat Disco Casbah (Saphary Deluxe/Universal)
Features the artistic direction of Tod A. (Firewater, Cop Shoot Cop), mix by Tamir Muskat (Balkan Beat Box), and cameos of Uri Kinrot (Boom Pam) and Tod A. and Tamir Muskat themselves.
2007 – Fez Club (Saphary Deluxe / Eastblok)
2004 – Tamboo Tamboo
2001 – Kanakapila
COMPILATIONS: Balkanica! v2 (2010), Balkan Fever (2008), Balkan Beats vol.3 (2008).
REFERENCES
http://www.fdmi.it
http://facebook.com/figlidimadreignota
http://soundcloud.com/figli-di-madre-ignota
Mingus
Figli Di Madre Ignota Lyrics
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Ho quattro vene nere che giurano sudore
Charles Mingus
Ho quattro vene nere che suonano giù in basso
Ho quattro vene nere e un grosso contrabbasso
Charles Mingus
Per una notte d'amore
Per una notte così
Non ho niente da fare
Che stare a guardare
Come tu ti venderai
Ho quattro vene nere che bruciano dolore
Ho quattro vene nere scritte sopra il cuore
Charles Mingus
Ho quattro vene nere e una vita da rifare
Ho quattro vene nere che voglio tagliare
Charles Mingus
Per una notte d'amore
Per una notte così
Non ho niente da fare
Che stare a guardare
Come tu ti venderai
Oh Donna Lee, oh Donna Lee,
Oh Donna Lee, son troppo grosso per entrare
In questa vita di promesse troppo care
Così difficili e costose da pagare
Per una notte d'amore
Per una notte così
Non ho niente da fare
Che stare a guardare
Come tu ti venderai
Charles Mingus
The lyrics to Figli Di Madre Ignota's song Mingus tell a story of four black veins that speak of love and sweat, and how they represent the essence of Charles Mingus, a renowned jazz bassist. The verses shift between discussing the veins, Mingus himself, and the singer's desire for a night of love. The repetition of "Ho quattro vene nere" emphasizes the importance and significance of these veins, almost as if they are a symbol of the singer's deepest emotions, pain, and love.
The lyrics also mention "Donna Lee," a reference to a jazz standard composed by Charlie Parker, and how the singer feels too big to fit into a life full of costly promises, which he sees as difficult to keep. He is resigned to watching someone else "sell themselves" for the night, unable to participate or engage in something that he desperately wants.
The repeated references to Mingus serve as a callback and homage to the jazz master, who was known for his complex bass lines and unique style. The veins and the bass become intertwined, almost as if they are both an extension of Mingus, and the lyrics serve as a tribute to his legacy and impact on the music industry.
Line by Line Meaning
Ho quattro vene nere che parlano d'amore
I am deeply in love and these four veins in my body represent my feelings of love.
Ho quattro vene nere che giurano sudore
These four veins in my body represent the hard work and sweat that I have put into this love.
Ho quattro vene nere che suonano giù in basso
These veins represent the deep and melancholic sound that my heart produces in my love.
Ho quattro vene nere e un grosso contrabbasso
I have a big heart, just like a contrabass, that resonates strongly with my love.
Ho quattro vene nere scritte sopra il cuore
My love is tattooed deeply in my heart and these veins proudly represent it.
Ho quattro vene nere che bruciano dolore
The pain of my love is deeply embedded in these veins, burning with intensity.
Ho quattro vene nere e una vita da rifare
I want to start a new life with my love and these veins represent my desire for change.
Ho quattro vene nere che voglio tagliare
The pain of my love is too much to bear, so I want to cut off these veins and forget about it.
Non ho niente da fare che stare a guardare come tu ti venderai
I have nothing to do but watch as you sell yourself out for a night of love.
Oh Donna Lee, oh Donna Lee, oh Donna Lee, son troppo grosso per entrare
I am too big and complicated to be a part of this world of promises and illusions.
In questa vita di promesse troppo care così difficili e costose da pagare
This world of expensive promises is too difficult for me to handle and too costly to pay for.
Contributed by Adeline P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.