independently founded label and record company with the intent to promote and spread news and musical productions of South Italy. 11/8 Records was born in the “Hotel Albania laboratory house” in the heart of Salento where poets, jugglers, writers, painters, sculptural artists are always welcomed and accommodated. The products of 11/8 Records are characterized by a special graphic appearance with
which they are presented. They are also the unique proposed works of the artists who put themselves in a reflective attitude, being critic against everyday problems. The music produced by 11/8 Records were also used in films (“Natale in Casa Dee Jay” – directed by Lorenzo Bassano, “Frankie Facciatosta and the 3 Trulli” – Turturro, Stallone, Mantegna: The Origins 2006 – directed by Gianni Torres, “La Fuga del Gorilla” – directed by Carlo Sigon, and many others); in documentaries, which includes “Geo & Geo – 2001” produced by Piero Cannizzaro for RAI (The Italian Broadcasting Corportation), “Where we go” by Paolo Pisanelli, “Ficarigna” of Sophie Chiarello, and also for various advertisements (including Toyota, Fiorucci, Gazetta dello Sport and Cokka Jeans).
11/8 Records is situated is the historical district (“Chiesa Greca”) of Lecce, where the yellow light of the stone sets the scene of the recording studio on the second floor and forges the creativity of the artists.
11/8 Records also exists to organise events and shows for all its artists, who confront and oppose institutionalisation, to spread art that is free from conventions and annoying critics, giving them a voice.
