Matteo Mangano aka (James Brucke) coming from Sicilian roots, has a way of going through his nation’s history and bringing the Italian House to its flourishing state.

It is important for him to embrace his culture and to show appreciation for the country he was born in. In the end, the Italian house does hold extra-ordinary sounds that deserve to be heard and Matteo sincerely pushes those gems to their limits when he is the one behind the decks.

Matteo’s record collection devotion spans well over a decade (1990-99). It is not only the culture behind his selection but his father’s love for vinyl. Which was the starting point for everything. , propelled him forward as an artist with the ability to hold his diverse approach.

As well he is also the half of Take Your Time Records in Pisa.

Producing and releasing for  Tafelberg Records and ZON Records

Tafelberg Records
TBR001 - Various Artists
TBR002 - @guessbeatsplus remix by @philevans

Mastering by Rob Small
Pressing & Distribution by Memoria Music Group

@zon-records
ZON001 - remix by @kirillkirik)
ZON002 - remix by @???)

Mastering by Rob Small
Pressing & Distribution by Matter of Fact

Interested in music since childhood, thanks to the collection of 10,000 cassette tapes of his brother, Matteo Bruno was surrounded by diverse genres. He grew up listening to Italian songwriters, soul music, jazz-funk, electronic and R&B, with a strong taste for songs to dance, for music that makes your body move. As a teenager he fell in love with underground house music seduced by the art of mixing and turntables.

Clubber and owner of a records and streetwear clothing store, he became a DJ driven by the desire that others have fun.

In his fresh and groovy performances, characterized by careful selection and excellent technique, in underground venues as well as in renowned clubs, he always creates a strong connection with the dancefloor for an immersive and captivating experience.

Since 2020 he has been active as a producer as well as a DJ. Constantly engaded in studio, his works have been published on several labels from the minimal scene and as independent releases too.

His minimalist approach and style are characterized by the use of engaging synths and basslines. His works are always looking for a musical story telling and from the beginning he has dedicated himself to search his sound identity, which we find well delineated in latest works.

He is also co-founder of Loft 71, a cultural association focused on electronic music, art and entertainment, and Art Director of the party of the same name, based in Milan, an intimate and underground event that becomes a pure expression of the values and aesthetics of club culture, which he is inspired by and has belonged to for decades.

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