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Age of Fragility is the second solo album from innovative Italian guitarist and songwriter Marco Mattei. This genre-defying work blends world beat, progressive rock, and art rock, offering a rich sonic tapestry that explores the delicate realities of modern life.

Marco recorded the album in Dreamland Recording Studios in Woodstock, NY with Duilio Galioto (keys) and the classic Peter Gabriel rhythm section featuring drummer Jerry Marotta and bassist Tony Levin. Guest appearances on the album include Tony's former King Crimson bandmate Trey Gunn and spoken word from Jennifer Maidman (David Sylvian, Boy George).

At its core, Age of Fragility is a concept album that examines themes of isolation, indifference, emotional dependency, fragile relationships, self sabotage, and depression. Through evocative storytelling and poignant lyricism, Mattei paints a vivid portrait of the complexities of the human experience, making this album a deeply introspective and thought provoking journey.

This album is dedicated to all people struggling to fit in today’s society.

A word of gratitude to the amazing musicians that inspired me and contributed to this album with their magic touch and to those that encouraged me and provided their valuable feedback during the process.

Special thanks: Maurizio Giovanardi, Max Rosati, Gianni Pierannunzio, Duilio Galioto, Paolo Gianfrate, Marco Machera, Daniele Tortora, Trey Gunn, A.J. Chippero, Jennifer Maidman.

Beyond special thanks for their love and support to Antonella, Matilde and Arianna.

Marco Mattei was born in Civitavecchia, Italy. Very passionate about music from an early age. As a teenager he studied jazz guitar w/Max Rosati while developing a deep interest in the creative vision & complexity of prog rock music. He joined DeBlaise, a prog local band, contributing to the songwriting of their EP & many years of live music. He also co-founded “The Snowdogs” a Rush tribute band.