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Julyo Unveils New Instrumental Album AMARanto

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1 year ago

April 19, 2025

A Musical Journey Across the Mediterranean and South America

Italian multi-platinum guitarist, producer, and bassist Julyo returns with a stunning new instrumental album titled AMARanto, now available on all major streaming platforms. Drawing its name from the Spanish verb “amar” (to love) and the resilient amaranth flower—a symbol of immortality—AMARanto is a deeply emotive collection of original compositions inspired by the diverse cultural landscapes of the Mediterranean and South America.

Each of the album’s eight tracks serves as a musical love letter to a distinct region, weaving together sonic textures that evoke the spirit, rhythm, and beauty of these places. Listeners are invited to embark on a transportive journey—from the sun-drenched shores of Spain and the medieval charm of Italy to the vibrant coasts of Portugal, the mystique of North Africa, and the soul-stirring rhythms of Brazil.

“AMARanto is more than an album—it’s a heartfelt tribute to the timeless connections between cultures, people, and places I’ve encountered,” says Julyo. “Each track carries its own story, shaped by history, geography, and an enduring sense of love.”

AMARanto is released by American Latin record label EQS Música.

TRACKLIST

Andora – Inspired by the coastal town in Liguria, Italy, known for its beaches and medieval castle.

El Far – Pays homage to the Catalan sanctuary Santuari del Far, perched above the Garrotxa region.

Ariana – A sonic portrait of Ariana, Tunisia—a historic gateway north of Tunis.

Annaba – Reflects the ancient port city of Annaba, Algeria, once known as Hippo Regius.

Irmã de São Paulo – A musical bridge between Genoa, Italy, and São Paulo, Brazil, symbolizing shared heritage across oceans.

Aldeia do Bispo – Inspired by a rural village near the Portuguese-Spanish border.

Palma – Captures the Mediterranean pulse of Palma, capital of Spain’s Balearic Islands.

Eddalya – Evokes the coastal village near the Strait of Gibraltar, connecting Morocco to Spain.

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Dysmusia Keeps “In your eyes” Honest, Warm And Straight To The Point

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9 hours ago

August 23, 2026

Music4U

It is easy to see why a songwriter might be drawn to a story like this. Relationships rarely finish as neatly as people would like, and the space between “it is over” and “maybe we should try again” can produce plenty of material. For Dysmusia, that space becomes the setting for latest single “In your eyes”, out now through Now Listen.

The Irish singer-songwriter has a knack for keeping his writing close to everyday life, and this track benefits from that approach. He looks at an old relationship that has already gone through several attempts at making things work, then focuses on what happens when those feelings start creeping back in.

What makes the song appealing is the balance between sincerity and a lighter touch. Dysmusia is clearly invested in the situation, but he does not turn every moment into a grand declaration. There is room for a bit of humour and hesitation along the way, which keeps the song feeling natural.

The arrangement gives the song a pleasing lift. Acoustic guitar sits at the heart of it, with the dropped tuning adding some richness and a second guitar bringing extra colour. The result has folk at its core but carries enough indie-rock influence to give it a little extra punch.

Dysmusia’s Irish background is another part of the picture. Based between Antrim and Dublin and coming from a musical family, he has developed a style that puts storytelling alongside contemporary guitar sounds.

“In your eyes” brings those influences together without making a fuss about them. It is a personable, melodic track about feelings that refuse to follow a neat timetable, delivered with enough warmth to make the story easy to get behind.