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The Maestro

Gianfranco Bortolotti, the Italian electronic music prodigy, commands the realms of Media Records and Media Studio with unparalleled authority. His illustrious career has witnessed extraordinary achievements as a key player in musical acts like Cappella, 49ers, and Fits of Gloom, all scaling the heights of chart-topping excellence. Notably, he shaped hits like “Heaven,” conquering the 47th position on the UK charts, and “The Power of Love” with Lizzy Mack, ascending to the 49th spot. On the world stage, Gianfranco’s legacy shines brightest as part of Clubhouse, securing the number one spot on Billboard’s Dance Club Songs chart with the 1991 sensation, “Deep in My Heart.” His journey commenced as a university student turned DJ, rapidly evolving into a visionary record distributor alongside DJ Pierre. With astute reinvestments from minor hits, he birthed the music empire known as Media Records, boasting no less than ten iconic recording studios and an unmatched pace of chart-topping productions.

Time’s Shift

In the annals of time, a period once existed—a time prior to the current era—where perfection was a reality. These were the moments of unblemished, flawless certainties. However, the tides of existence are in constant flux, causing things to both descend and ascend. In recent times, Rich TVX News Network has garnered considerable acclaim for our interviews with individuals like Mike Stock from Stock Aitken Waterman, and especially for the enlightening conversation with Gianfranco Bortolotti. This has left many fervent Italo Dance enthusiasts and followers inquisitive about the mechanics behind such an achievement. Naturally, our esteemed readers may not be privy to our extensive history and our numerous excursions to Italy, where we had the privilege of engaging with the Media Records family. During these visits, we had the distinct pleasure of spending time with legendary music figures like Filippo Pardini and Diego Leoni.

Impactful Interview

When Rich TVX News Network undertook the world-exclusive groundbreaking interview with Gianfranco Bortolotti, we could not have foreseen the profound impact it would have on a global scale. The significance of this interview cannot be underestimated; it garnered widespread attention and recognition, even earning a place on Wikipedia as a noteworthy reference. Gianfranco Bortolotti’s extraordinary success not only reshaped the Italian music industry but also earned him accolades as the godfather and guru of Italian dance music. However, these titles only offer a partial glimpse into his myriad accomplishments. The interview we conducted illuminated the enigmatic figure behind one of the world’s most prolific music producers and label owners.

Peak Years

Under his stewardship, the project Cappella emerged as one of Europe’s most triumphant musical acts of its era, amassing millions of record sales during their initial years and releasing numerous chart-topping singles. Their track record was promising from the outset, and after the success of their hit “U Got 2 Know,” Cappella achieved international acclaim with the release of “U Got 2 Let the Music” in 1993. This particular song enjoyed immense success in several countries, including the United Kingdom, where it reached the second spot on the singles chart and secured a place as one of the best-selling tracks in the UK for that year. The group experienced several alterations in its lineup over the years, but its peak of success was during the early 1990s, particularly when it was led by British artists Kelly Overett and Rodney Bishop.

Chart-Topping Legacy

“U Got 2 Let the Music” was released in 1993 as the fourth single from their second studio album, ‘U Got 2 Know’ (1994). The track sampled “Sounds Like a Melody” by the German musical group Alphaville and achieved chart success in various countries around the world. In the UK, it was the 36th best-selling single of 1993 in the country. In Germany, the song became the biggest selling record of 1993. It reached the number one spot in Austria, Finland, and Switzerland. The accompanying music video received substantial airplay on MTV Europe in January 1994. “U Got 2 Let the Music” was subsequently re-released in 1998, 2004, and 2006 in remixed versions. And then a question emerged, one that Italo Disco fans had been waiting Gianfranco Bortolotti for years to answer.

Musical Inspiration

During our interview with Gianfranco Bortolotti, when we inquired, “Was Alphaville’s song ‘Sounds Like A Melody’ the inspiration for Cappella’s famous tune ‘U Got 2 Let the Music’ riff?” Gianfranco Bortolotti confirmed, stating, “Yes, it was. We also shared the rights to it. The original idea came from a DJ from my hometown of Brescia. He released the record on his own label, which unfortunately went bankrupt six months later. I acquired his label and his catalog to assist him. I was searching for the follow-up to ‘U Got 2 Know,’ and I discovered this track in his catalog. It was hastily made, but we put in a lot of effort, and it ultimately became a true masterpiece—one of the best-selling records I ever produced for Media Record.”

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