Andrea Pizzo and The Purple Mice: “For us, it’s not about chasing what's popular, but about evolving while remaining consistent with our identity”
I first encountered the Italian-based collective Andrea Pizzo and The Purple Mice last year. Their electrifying and highly inventive single, The Machine, really caught my attention, and I've been a firm fan of the outfit ever since.
We Are All Bots is the act's latest offering, and it's a fantastic little concept EP that explores the human condition in a hyper-technological world.
Keen to learn more about the individuals behind the music, I was grateful when Andrea and Raffaella accepted our request for an interview. Chatting about some of their biggest inspirations, why they refuse to compromise on their artistic vision, and what they believe music’s role in society is, please welcome Andrea and Raffaella of Andrea Pizzo and The Purple Mice!
Hey Andrea and Raffaella, thank you for taking the time to chat with us! I'm super excited to introduce you to our audience!
Now, for those unfortunate souls who have yet to discover your sound, what would you say they’re missing out on? How would you describe your music?
First of all, thank you so much for the interview - we really appreciate it!
Our music is a fusion of space rock, symphonic pop, and futuristic visions: an experience that tells the story of humanity in the age of machines, with one foot in myth and the other in the future. It's a constant experiment, where we invite our audience to explore and find their favourite song.
My introduction to your sound came in the form of The Machine, a tune I proudly labelled as "thought-provoking, stimulating, and highly captivating".
With over 60,000 plays on Spotify, how does it feel to know that so many people are listening to and relating with your music?
It feels both thrilling and humbling! When we wrote The Machine, we were channelling some deep questions about identity, control, and the blurred lines between humans and technology. Seeing that so many people connected with it - and keep listening - is an incredible reward.
We’re not just making music to entertain, but also to spark reflection. Knowing that our message resonates with others makes us feel like we’re not alone in asking these questions.
And of course, we couldn’t have done it without Roberto Tiranti - our amazing producer and an incredibly talented musician. His contribution brought The Machine to life in a powerful and unique way.
Honestly... every stream still feels like a small miracle!
Now, onto your brand new release, We Are All Bots. An eclectic and wonderfully experimental three-track offering, it's an ambitious sonic puzzle of electronic rock and space opera theatricality.
What do you want our readers to know about your latest EP?
We Are All Bots is a concept EP that explores the human condition in a hyper-technological world. Each track offers a different lens:
We Are All Bots dives into the alienation of digital life, To The Space and Beyond imagines a cosmic future for humanity, and Eternità reflects on the timeless longing for immortality.
Musically, it’s eclectic by design - we wanted each song to live in its own world while still connecting to a larger narrative. It’s theatrical, cinematic, and deeply personal.
We hope listeners will not just hear the music, but feel the story behind it - and maybe even reflect on their own place in this increasingly robotic age.
Who are some of the band's biggest musical inspirations? And, if the two of you could each "steal" one song in the world and claim it as your own, what would it be and why?
Our inspirations are really broad, and maybe that’s what gives our music such a unique flavour.
Personally, I have a huge passion for powerful voices, intense rock energy, and memorable choruses.
My favourite bands are Queen, Led Zeppelin, Soundgarden, Pink Floyd, and King Crimson. But I also love the cinematic and atmospheric worlds of artists like Vangelis, Mike Oldfield, and M83. They’ve all shaped the way I think about sound and storytelling.
If I could "steal" one song and claim it as my own, I’d still say Bohemian Rhapsody. It’s theatrical, unexpected, emotional, and simply genius - everything I love in music.
Raffaella, on the other hand, would probably choose Space Oddity by David Bowie. It’s poetic, melancholic, and filled with that beautiful cosmic loneliness that really resonates with her.
In the end, we’re drawn to music that doesn’t just sound good, but creates a whole universe around it.
How do you navigate the balance between staying true to your artistic vision as a band and adapting to changing trends in the music industry?
We’re an independent band, and staying true to our artistic vision is essential to us. We’re always open and receptive to new trends and innovations in the music industry, but we choose to interpret them in our own way.
For us, it’s not about chasing what's popular, but about evolving while remaining consistent with our identity. That balance allows us to grow without losing our soul.
What, to each of you, is music’s role in society?
For me, music is a form of emotional and philosophical communication - it helps us ask questions that words alone can’t express. It’s a space where imagination and truth can meet. Especially in a world increasingly driven by machines and algorithms, music reminds us that we’re still human, that we feel, dream, and rebel.
For Raffaella, music is storytelling. It’s how we make sense of the world, how we share ideas, memories, fears, and hopes across time and cultures. She sees music as a way to build bridges between people, emotions, and even eras.
If the band could collaborate with any musician or outfit, who would it be and why?
That’s a tough question - we honestly wouldn’t know who to pick! What we truly love is collaborating with amazing artists who have a strong and unique identity, people who carry their own emotions, messages, and creative vision.
For us, collaboration is not just about featuring a name, it’s about exploring new worlds together - letting different energies and ideas meet and evolve.
We’re always excited to work with artists who bring something personal and meaningful to the table and who are willing to take creative risks with us.
Andrea and Raffaella, it's been an absolute pleasure having you here. Thanks again for taking the time to have a little chat!
What comes next for Andrea Pizzo and The Purple Mice, and do you have any words of wisdom you’d like to leave us with?
By the end of July, our full album Transhumanity will finally be released - and this EP is a key part of that journey. Some singles have already come out, and it’s been a long, diverse, and deeply rewarding path. We’re really proud of what’s taking shape, and excited about what’s emerging from it all.
What makes us happiest is seeing how our music and our ideas resonate with people around the world - listeners from different cultures who are open to scientific and philosophical themes, and to the kind of music we love to create.
And finally, a heartfelt thank you to you for the interview. We truly appreciate the time, the thoughtful questions, and the opportunity to share a piece of our universe.
Thank you so much!
