Mop Mop
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BornMarch 14, 1977
OriginCesena, Italy
GenresJazz, funk, world music, nu-jazz
Occupation(s)Bandleader, composer
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| Background information | |
| Born | March 14, 1977 |
| Origin | Cesena, Italy |
| Genres | Jazz, funk, world music, nu-jazz |
| Occupation(s) | Bandleader, composer |
| Instrument | Drums |
| Years active | 2005–present |
| Labels | Agogo, INFRACom! |
| Website | Official website |
Andrea Benini (born March 14, 1977), better known by his stage name Mop Mop, is an Italian musician and producer.[1] He performs with his band, the Mop Mop Combo, as well as a DJ worldwide. Mop Mop achieved international recognition when he was included in the soundtrack of Woody Allen's To Rome With Love[2] in 2012.
Mop Mop's single "Run Around", featuring Funk legend Fred Wesley[3] on trombone and Anthony Joseph on vocals, has been charted as best dancefloor jazz track of 2013 according to Red Bull Music Academy Germany.[4]
- Andrea Benini - Drums
- Anthony Joseph - Vocals
- Alex Trebo - Piano, Keyboards
- Pasquale Mirra - Vibraphone
- Salvatore Lauriola - Bass
- Telonio - Bass
- Danilo Mineo - Percussion
