An intense and visionary musical journey, blending Pink Floyd-inspired atmospheres with the expressive power of Rock to portray the suffering of war victims and explore the contradictions of humanity. Marcello Muscolino presents ‘Refugees’, his new single released by Volcano Records on November 11, 2026.
Watch the official music video for “Refugees” via the YouTube player below:
What remains of humanity when violence takes over? What emotions does someone experience when witnessing the devastation of war firsthand? These are the questions at the heart of Refugees, the new single by Marcello Muscolino, a musician, producer, and multi-instrumentalist who embraces the evocative language of Psychedelic Rock to address one of the most dramatic and urgent issues of our time. Released by Volcano Records, “Refugees” is a song with a powerful social message, in which music becomes a vehicle for reflection and protest.
Through evocative soundscapes and emotionally charged songwriting, Muscolino creates a narrative that explores the brutality of armed conflicts, the suffering of civilian populations, and the erosion of the fundamental values that should form the foundation of human coexistence. The song’s sonic identity is deeply rooted in the great tradition of Psychedelic and Progressive Rock, recalling the atmospheric soundscapes of Pink Floyd and some of the melodic influences of The Beatles, while maintaining a distinctive artistic personality.
Music and storytelling intertwine to create a composition that goes beyond merely describing war, seeking instead to convey its emotional weight and its most profound consequences. The concept behind the single originates from an exercise in empathy: imagining oneself on the front lines as a war correspondent, witnessing violence, destruction, and suffering firsthand. This perspective transforms the narrative into a deeply personal experience, focusing not only on what happens during a conflict but also on the invisible wounds that such images can leave on the minds of those who witness them. These powerful images find a natural extension in the official music video, conceived to bring the artist’s vision to life and amplify the message of awareness and reflection that runs throughout the project.
Active since 2006 and also known under the moniker Marshall and Cables, Marcello Muscolino has developed his artistic journey through a wide range of musical experiences. A self-taught musician, singer, guitarist, bassist, and producer, he has cultivated a deep understanding of every stage of the creative process, from songwriting and production to mixing and mastering. Throughout his career, he has shared the stage and participated in significant live events alongside artists and bands such as Them, The Kolors, and Saturnino.
With “Refugees,” Marcello Muscolino embarks on an ambitious new artistic journey, transforming the sounds of Psychedelic Rock into a vehicle for a universal message: never turn away from suffering, question the responsibilities of our time, and continue to recognize humanity as something worth defending.
Purchase “Refugee” on Bandcamp: https://marcellomuscolino.bandcamp.com/track/refugees