Discography
These Are The Days
Seven of Gino's timeless classics are included on this album, "These Are The Days," alongside seven new pop hits in the making. Gino remains one of the most distinctive voices in contemporary pop music with his return to pop on this album.
Seven of Gino's timeless classics are included on this album, "These Are The Days," alongside seven new pop hits in the making. Gino remains one of the most distinctive voices in contemporary pop music with his return to pop on this album.
Canto
The long awaited follow up to "Slow Love", Canto was released in 2003.
Gino returns refreshed, reinvigorated and challenging himself to create the best music he possibly can. The album is primarily in Italian, with tracks in english, spanish and french, Gino defies category, as this album has elements of the classics, jazz and pop throughout.
The long awaited follow up to "Slow Love", Canto was released in 2003.
Gino returns refreshed, reinvigorated and challenging himself to create the best music he possibly can. The album is primarily in Italian, with tracks in english, spanish and french, Gino defies category, as this album has elements of the classics, jazz and pop throughout.
Slow Love
The follow-up to Yonder Tree, Slow Love again shows Gino returning to his jazz roots. This album contains some of Gino's best ballads to date along with some added pop/funk. His voice, and the command of it, grows stronger as time goes by. The arrangements are comparable to some of his earlier works, and even working in a new version of "Down With Love" which is amazing. This may be one his his best works .. you decide. Lyrics
The follow-up to Yonder Tree, Slow Love again shows Gino returning to his jazz roots. This album contains some of Gino's best ballads to date along with some added pop/funk. His voice, and the command of it, grows stronger as time goes by. The arrangements are comparable to some of his earlier works, and even working in a new version of "Down With Love" which is amazing. This may be one his his best works .. you decide. Lyrics
Yonder Tree
His first release on Verve Records, Yonder Tree has Gino returning to his jazz roots. This time, he has a greater realm of experience from which to draw and a greater command of his craft. This album is magnificent. It is difficult to fathom the depth of Gino's spiritual sensitivity, although he gives us a glimpse here and there in the tracks "Walter Whitman Where Are You" and "Jehovah And All That Jazz". Gino says his spiritual evolution will never be complete. So true. Lyrics
His first release on Verve Records, Yonder Tree has Gino returning to his jazz roots. This time, he has a greater realm of experience from which to draw and a greater command of his craft. This album is magnificent. It is difficult to fathom the depth of Gino's spiritual sensitivity, although he gives us a glimpse here and there in the tracks "Walter Whitman Where Are You" and "Jehovah And All That Jazz". Gino says his spiritual evolution will never be complete. So true. Lyrics
Live in Montreal
Live in Montreal from the "Inconsolable Man Tour" captures the essence of the live experience for his fans. The music, originally recorded for a Canadian TV show, turned out to be mixed and performed so perfectly, Gino decided to release it as an album. Recorded at "Le Spectrum" in Montreal on November 18th, 1990. It combines all of his music over the years into one awesome album. With the live versions of "Black and Blue", "Crazy Life" "Where Am I Going", his vocals are truly outstanding, and the sound engineering quality is outstanding for a live concert album.
Live in Montreal from the "Inconsolable Man Tour" captures the essence of the live experience for his fans. The music, originally recorded for a Canadian TV show, turned out to be mixed and performed so perfectly, Gino decided to release it as an album. Recorded at "Le Spectrum" in Montreal on November 18th, 1990. It combines all of his music over the years into one awesome album. With the live versions of "Black and Blue", "Crazy Life" "Where Am I Going", his vocals are truly outstanding, and the sound engineering quality is outstanding for a live concert album.
Inconsolable Man
There is nothing ordinary about Inconsolable Man. Gino once again takes on societal ills: child abuse and prostitution, drugs, and complacency with his trademark urgency. With the tracks "Sunset On L.A.", "If I Should Lose This Love" and "Rhythm Of Romance" the album is lyrically compelling and musically stimulating. Gino has gone through profound changes in his life, and his music greatly reflects this. To the delight of Gino followers everywhere, he set out on his first world tour in 12 years. It was a welcome comeback after having being missed from the stage for so long. Lyrics
There is nothing ordinary about Inconsolable Man. Gino once again takes on societal ills: child abuse and prostitution, drugs, and complacency with his trademark urgency. With the tracks "Sunset On L.A.", "If I Should Lose This Love" and "Rhythm Of Romance" the album is lyrically compelling and musically stimulating. Gino has gone through profound changes in his life, and his music greatly reflects this. To the delight of Gino followers everywhere, he set out on his first world tour in 12 years. It was a welcome comeback after having being missed from the stage for so long. Lyrics
Big Dreamers Never Sleep
In Gino's past recordings, his love of great music, and the variety of his influences are quite evident. Released on CBS Records, Big Dreamers Never Sleep, there are strong Latin and R&B overtones, along with his trademark lyrical sensibility as well as a sleeker, stronger voice leaning more towards the romantic side of Gino's writing. "Wild Horses" hit the charts along with "Young Lover" and "Persona Non Grata" receiving some airplay in Canada and Europe, but were never noticed in the states. Lyrics
In Gino's past recordings, his love of great music, and the variety of his influences are quite evident. Released on CBS Records, Big Dreamers Never Sleep, there are strong Latin and R&B overtones, along with his trademark lyrical sensibility as well as a sleeker, stronger voice leaning more towards the romantic side of Gino's writing. "Wild Horses" hit the charts along with "Young Lover" and "Persona Non Grata" receiving some airplay in Canada and Europe, but were never noticed in the states. Lyrics
Black Cars
Black Cars, released in 1985 was Gino's first attempt to get back into the mainstream after the success "Nightwalker". At this point, he had signed with a new label, had a new sound and a new look. To those expecting the Gino of Storm at Sunup, this was a shock The title track spawned airplay in Canada and Europe along with the track "Hurts To Be In Love". Mixed with a heavy synthesizer sound, musically the album fit with the sounds of the mid-eighties, with the writing style that held the Vannelli trademark. Lyrics
Black Cars, released in 1985 was Gino's first attempt to get back into the mainstream after the success "Nightwalker". At this point, he had signed with a new label, had a new sound and a new look. To those expecting the Gino of Storm at Sunup, this was a shock The title track spawned airplay in Canada and Europe along with the track "Hurts To Be In Love". Mixed with a heavy synthesizer sound, musically the album fit with the sounds of the mid-eighties, with the writing style that held the Vannelli trademark. Lyrics
Nightwalker
Released three years after Brother to Brother the release of Nightwalker further explores the pop genre, armed with the success of Brother to Brother and a new record label - Arista. The single, "Living Inside Myself" reached number 7 on the Billboard charts. The album contains more of a "rock" feel than previous works and shows the versatility in his writing and arrangements. Gino has consistently been able to attract the best musical talent to his projects, and Nightwalker is no exception. Lyrics
Released three years after Brother to Brother the release of Nightwalker further explores the pop genre, armed with the success of Brother to Brother and a new record label - Arista. The single, "Living Inside Myself" reached number 7 on the Billboard charts. The album contains more of a "rock" feel than previous works and shows the versatility in his writing and arrangements. Gino has consistently been able to attract the best musical talent to his projects, and Nightwalker is no exception. Lyrics
Brother to Brother
With the release of Brother To Brotherr in 1978, it garnered Gino's first hit singles, ("I Just Wanna Stop", "Appaloosa" and "The Wheels of Life"). It brought Gino into the mainstream of music garnering yet another Grammy nomination and major radio airplay. On the concert front, the Brother to Brother tour saw Gino playing major world venues (Carnegie Hall!) as well as larger arenas. For many people, this was the first introduction to Gino's music. It is also the last release on the A&M label. Lyrics
With the release of Brother To Brotherr in 1978, it garnered Gino's first hit singles, ("I Just Wanna Stop", "Appaloosa" and "The Wheels of Life"). It brought Gino into the mainstream of music garnering yet another Grammy nomination and major radio airplay. On the concert front, the Brother to Brother tour saw Gino playing major world venues (Carnegie Hall!) as well as larger arenas. For many people, this was the first introduction to Gino's music. It is also the last release on the A&M label. Lyrics
A Pauper In Paradise
Gino's fifth album, A Pauper In Paradise, demonstrates the beauty of mixing classical and pop together. Gino's musical vision has taken him to London to perform his work with the help of the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra. Not only does this album hold a symphony, the track "Black And Blue" demonstrates Gino's wide vocal range along with the pop theme of "Mardi Gras". In the meantime, Gino's following grows larger and larger and his longtime fans are as steadfast as ever. He does his "Song and Dance" in more venues and gains even more exposure. Lyrics
Gino's fifth album, A Pauper In Paradise, demonstrates the beauty of mixing classical and pop together. Gino's musical vision has taken him to London to perform his work with the help of the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra. Not only does this album hold a symphony, the track "Black And Blue" demonstrates Gino's wide vocal range along with the pop theme of "Mardi Gras". In the meantime, Gino's following grows larger and larger and his longtime fans are as steadfast as ever. He does his "Song and Dance" in more venues and gains even more exposure. Lyrics
Gist Of The Gemini
Up to now, Gino has done a couple of epic' songs. Now, he expands that epic theme across a number of songs on The Gist Of The Gemini. The result: The War Suite. ( With the end of the Vietnam War, Gino is never one to shy away from difficult subjects) Listen for the trademark synthesizer of Joe Vannelli. The other tracks hold their own, and are strong enough not to be overpowered by themes of war. Case in point: "Fly into This Night" with it's upbeat disco sound and the ballad "Summers Of My Life". Lyrics
Up to now, Gino has done a couple of epic' songs. Now, he expands that epic theme across a number of songs on The Gist Of The Gemini. The result: The War Suite. ( With the end of the Vietnam War, Gino is never one to shy away from difficult subjects) Listen for the trademark synthesizer of Joe Vannelli. The other tracks hold their own, and are strong enough not to be overpowered by themes of war. Case in point: "Fly into This Night" with it's upbeat disco sound and the ballad "Summers Of My Life". Lyrics
Storm At Sunup
Mention this title to a Gino aficionado. Watch for the inevitable smile. With arrangements done by Gino and Joe, Storm At Sunup contains the best works of Gino's early music. This album is timeless! Jazz, Jazz, Jazz! "Where Am I Going" crystallizes our inner turmoil associated with change and "Mama Coco" makes you chuckle when you realize just how different life is now. "Keep On Walking" is a beautifully written ballad that still holds meaning today and demonstrates Gino's incredible vocal range. Lyrics
Mention this title to a Gino aficionado. Watch for the inevitable smile. With arrangements done by Gino and Joe, Storm At Sunup contains the best works of Gino's early music. This album is timeless! Jazz, Jazz, Jazz! "Where Am I Going" crystallizes our inner turmoil associated with change and "Mama Coco" makes you chuckle when you realize just how different life is now. "Keep On Walking" is a beautifully written ballad that still holds meaning today and demonstrates Gino's incredible vocal range. Lyrics
Powerful People
The music industry reacted to this sophomore release of Powerful People in a big way. 1974, the beginning of the disco era, the funky, energetic title track People Gotta Move reached number 22 on Billboard's Hot 100 in October of 1974, as well as a Grammy nomination. This was the first album where Gino & Joe started experimenting with the synthesizer sound and expanding the limitations of the sound. Gino is fond of writing about grave societal issues and showcasing them with appropriate, yet surprising music. Lyrics
The music industry reacted to this sophomore release of Powerful People in a big way. 1974, the beginning of the disco era, the funky, energetic title track People Gotta Move reached number 22 on Billboard's Hot 100 in October of 1974, as well as a Grammy nomination. This was the first album where Gino & Joe started experimenting with the synthesizer sound and expanding the limitations of the sound. Gino is fond of writing about grave societal issues and showcasing them with appropriate, yet surprising music. Lyrics
Crazy Life
We can imagine the trials and tribulations that Gino and Joe Vannelli suffered trying to get a record deal. The year was 1973 and trying to get a record deal was not easy. After packing up and moving from Montreal to LA, they finally got a break. Herb Alpert (the A in A & M records) finally listened, and Crazy Life was their first project together. Even at this early stage, the Gino trademarks are evident - poetic lyrics, arresting vocals and music that draws the best from other genres, and is distinctly Vannelli. Lyrics
We can imagine the trials and tribulations that Gino and Joe Vannelli suffered trying to get a record deal. The year was 1973 and trying to get a record deal was not easy. After packing up and moving from Montreal to LA, they finally got a break. Herb Alpert (the A in A & M records) finally listened, and Crazy Life was their first project together. Even at this early stage, the Gino trademarks are evident - poetic lyrics, arresting vocals and music that draws the best from other genres, and is distinctly Vannelli. Lyrics