Giuseppe Cucè is an Italian singer-songwriter whose music lives at the intersection of songwriting, poetry, and cinematic composition. Born in Catania, at the foot of Mount Etna, his artistic identity is deeply shaped by a land of contrasts — a place where beauty and danger coexist, and where transformation is a daily reality.
From the black lava stone covered with yellow broom flowers to the volcanic ash mixing with winter snow, Cucè’s homeland is not just a backdrop, but a metaphor. It is this tension — between light and shadow, fragility and strength — that forms the emotional core of his music.
“Truth takes time,” seems to be the unspoken rule guiding his entire artistic journey.
The Landscape That Became a Language
Sicily is a land of extremes, and Cucè translates these extremes into sound and image. His music reflects the same contradictions found in nature: prickly pears covered in thorns yet offering sweet fruit, or sudden red tongues of fire breaking through the earth’s surface.
This duality becomes symbolic in his songwriting — an exploration of identity, memory, and inner transformation. His songs do not seek easy answers; instead, they ask listeners to slow down and sit with complexity.
“Rather than asking to be consumed, his music asks to be inhabited.”
A Distinctive Sound Rooted in Depth
Giuseppe Cucè’s sound is built on an analog and orchestral foundation, favoring real instruments, string arrangements, Mediterranean rhythms, and narrative songwriting. His approach deliberately avoids trends and immediacy.
Instead, Cucè focuses on:
- Emotional truth
- Long-term artistic coherence
- Philosophical and visceral storytelling
His compositions are often described as intimate, reflective, and cinematic, capable of creating entire emotional worlds within a single song.
“In a fast industry, Cucè chooses permanence.”
Discography and Artistic Achievements
Over the years, Giuseppe Cucè has developed a consistent and evolving body of work:
- La mela e il serpente (2009)
- Attraversando Saturno (2017)
These albums laid the foundation for a voice increasingly focused on transformation, emotional weight, and the delicate balance between staying and leaving, habit and courage.
21 grammi (2025): A Conceptual Turning Point
In 2025, Cucè released 21 grammi, a conceptual album inspired by the symbolic weight of the soul. The project received international critical acclaim, with coverage across:
- USA
- UK
- Italy
- France
- Spain
- Germany
- Mexico
- Brazil
Critics praised its cinematic arrangements, philosophical coherence, and emotional depth, often noting that it is an album that rewards patience and attentive listening.
“This is not background music — it is a space to enter.”
Live Performances and International Presence
Giuseppe Cucè has performed in theaters, cultural venues, and curated showcases in Italy and abroad, including Paris. He has also been featured on university radio networks and cultural platforms, participating in in-depth interviews and live sessions.
Even in minimal live settings, his performances are frequently described as intense, intimate, and deeply connective, capable of creating silence as powerful as sound.
What Giuseppe Cucè Is Doing Now
Currently, Cucè is presenting 21 grammi through:
- Live performances
- Radio showcases
- Carefully curated appearances
He deliberately chooses spaces that prioritize listening, dialogue, and artistic integrity over spectacle.
At the same time, he is working on new material, allowing the next phase of his artistic journey to mature organically rather than rushing production.
“Growth, for him, is not acceleration — it is precision.”
He is also expanding the international reach of his work, engaging with critics, media outlets, and cultural platforms that resonate with his artistic vision.
Future Goals: Meaning Over Visibility
Giuseppe Cucè’s future goals are rooted in meaning rather than exposure.
Artistically, he aims to:
- Create cohesive, narrative-driven albums
- Treat each project as a complete emotional and symbolic world
- Collaborate with artists who value craftsmanship and honesty
On a broader level, he seeks stages and festivals that respect authorship, cultural identity, and artistic maturity — environments where music is treated as experience, not content.
“His path is long-term, international, and deeply human.”
A Closing Thought
Giuseppe Cucè’s work follows a simple yet demanding principle:
“Truth takes time.”
In an industry driven by speed and constant output, his music chooses depth, permanence, and reflection — inviting listeners not to scroll past, but to stay.
Credits
Photo: Luca Guarneri
Make-up: Chiara Samperi
Photo Locations:
- Ponte dei Saraceni – Adrano (CT)
- Cortile dei Fiori – Catania
