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Diplomatics

Biography

DIPLOMATICS is an Italian band, formed in 2013, channeling the vibrant sound of 70s New York through a fusion of punk, wave, and funk, characterized by a cool attitude and high energy. Diplomatics deliver rare, powerful, and modern Rock'n'Roll, inspired by legendary acts like The Rolling Stones, Velvet Underground, The Clash, The Saints, Devo, Gang Of Four, Wire, Talking Heads, and The Stone Roses.

With hundreds of performances in Italy and Europe, they've shared the stage with the likes of Slaughter & The Dogs, Buzzcocks, Lisa & the Lips, Vic Godard, Dictators, The Kids, Fleshtones, Giuda, Oblivians, Nikki Corvette, The Sonics while constantly composing new music. Their self-titled debut EP (2013) and the two albums Don't Be Scared, Here Are The Diplomatics (2014) and I Lost My Soul In This Town (2017) were highly appreciated both in Italy and abroad. In March 2018, the funk-flavoured single 'Keep Me Breathing' was released and the band set off on a European tour.

The band faced the pandemic by making music—in November 2020 they released the single 'Nevah' followed by 'Irish Whiskey' in January 2021. Both songs mark a slight shift towards new wave and post-punk sounds while maintaining the band's trademark energy. In February 2022, it was the turn of The Equals’ cover of 'Police On My Back’, later made popular by The Clash. The band rearranged the track in an understated mood with a hint of Lou Reed.

In early 2022, the band recorded its third full-length at Il Baito, a recording studio in the woods, getting good vibes from the inspiring environment. Is It Time To Fly? was released via Go Down Records in December 2022, and features six unreleased tracks plus remastered versions of ‘Nevah’ and ‘Irish Whiskey’. As they continue to tour Europe, Diplomatics remains committed to evolving their sound and connecting with fans.

LINEUP

Seth | guitar
Manu | guitar

Ovo | drums

Danny | vocals, harmonica

Crudo | bass

Andre | piano, keyboards

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