‘Do You Think You Know Me’ is the title of the first EP by Dark
Matter, released on 16 May. The Tuscan band from Pietrasanta,
Versilia, formed in 2024 from the meeting of Ennio Tonin (guitar and
vocals) and Lapo Santini (drums). They found their definitive line-up
at the beginning of 2025 with the addition of Alessandro Pardini on
bass. A talented musician from Pisa, withyears of experience.
This power trio’s sound is strongly influenced by 70s and 90s rock,
but they also wisely add blues rather than dark or new wave
nuances. Depending on the piece, each of the three members
shines their own light.
This EP, produced by Alessandro Pardini, who is also credited with
playing keyboards on the tracks “Someone Else to Blame” and
“Empty Cup”, opens with distorted guitars combined with a pressing
and convincing rhythm section.
In ‘Wrong Day’, the band successfully ventures into a bluesy riff,
with Lapo’s skilful drumming giving the song a captivating groove.
The EP closes with its title song, a beautiful rock ballad in which
Ennio’s lyrics and melody make it a little gem.
Overall, this is a convincing piece of work and an excellent starting
point, looking forward to hearing more from this band soon. Those
who like rock and music made in an honest and sincere manner will
surely find in Dark Matter excellent companions.