IGGY NATOLI
I started my career playing showcase clubs in Toronto mainly the Queen Street West scene. Places like The Rivoli, Horseshoe Tavern, The Beverly and Larry’s Hideaway. I was with a young NEW WAVE BAND called MOVIE IDOL. I played the keyboards was the main vocalist. I did most of the writing, lyrics and music, for the band. We recorded original songs in some of the top studios in the Toronto area as well.
My roots and inspiration in music came from all sorts of Artists from the Beatles to The Gypsy Kings ( who are my favorite band). I studied piano and eventually Music Theory finishing my studies in Liverpool England under a private Tutor.
I was born in Sicily, immigrated to Canada when I was a little boy and my parents settled first in Kitimat B.C. Then for a brief stint in Montreal. We finally ended up in Oshawa Ontario where I grew up. I now live in Stouffville Ontario.
After taking a long hiatus from the music business I got back into it recently because I never stopped writing songs and now I work with my producer Konstantine Arnokouros and some really gifted singers and musicians. I write uplifting POP songs with Dance Beats that are current and sometimes I like to think a few are ahead of their time. My songs are a mixture of Love and Theme songs trying to instill positive messages while observing this world we live in.
Latest Single Releases
King of Hearts
Music written by Ignazio Natoli &Konstantine ArnokourosProduced by Konstantine ArnokourosLead singer and back up vocals: ElleDrums: Gino MirizioAcoustic and Electric Guitars: Vasili ArnokourosProduced, Arranged, Mix Engineered, Programming & Keyboards by ...
Wings of Love
Music and lyrics: Ignazio NatoliCo lyricist: Kathy Hill Producer: Santiago LezziSinger: Candela CibrianFlamenco Guitar: Benjamin Barrille
Invisible
Music written by Ignazio NatoliProduced by Konstantine ArnokourosLead singer and back up vocals: ElleBass Guitar: Curtis FreemanDrums+Percussion: Gino MirizioAcoustic and Electric Guitars: Vasili ArnokourosProduced, Arranged, Mix Engineered, Programming &...
Finding Love
Music written by Ignazio Natoli Produced by Konstantine Arnokouros POP / Dance Lead singer and back up vocals: Chloe KayDrums & Percussion: Gino MirizioBass Guitar: Curtis FreemanGuitars: Vasili ArnokourosProduced, Arranged, Programming & Keyboards by ...
Wake Me Up
Music written by Ignazio Natoli Produced by Konstantine Arnokouros POP / Dance Lead singer and back up vocals: AriNylon String Guitar: Benjamin BarrileDrums & Percussion: Gino MirizioProduced, Arranged, Programming & Keyboards by Konstantine ArnokourosMix...
Broken Hearted Girls
Music written by Ignazio NatoliProduced by Santiago LezziDela Cibrian: Lead Vocal, background vocals, synthsSantiago Lezzi: Production, programming, mixing, mastering
Dancer
Music written by Ignazio Natoli Produced by Konstantine Arnokouros POP / Dance Lead singer and back up vocals: Della Cibrian Nylon String Guitar: Benjamin Barrile Produced, Arranged, Programming & Keyboards by Konstantine Arnokouros Mix & Mastered by: Chris...
Ice Cream man
Music written by Ignazio NatoliProduced by Konstantine Arnokouros A jazzy bluesy song about a child hood Ice Cream Man. Lead singer and back up vocals: AriBass Guitar: Curtis FreemanElectric & Acoustic Guitars: Vasili ArnokourosDrums+Percussion: Gino...
Valentino
Music written by Ignazio Natoli & Konstantine ArnokourosLyrics by: Ignazio NatoliProduced by Konstantine Arnokouros Classic Pop Retro song about Romance. Lead singer and back up vocals: AriBass Guitar: Curtis FreemanElectric & Acoustic Guitars: Vasili...
Let It Go
Music and Lyrics written by Ignazio NatoliProduced by Konstantine Arnokouros Harnessing the healing power of time and a positive mindset. Lead singer and back up vocals: RosebudBass Guitar: Curtis FreemanFlamenco Guitars: Benjamin BarrileElectric & Acoustic...
Scotland Yard
Music and Lyrics written by Ignazio NatoliProduced by Konstantine Arnokouros Fun Tune about crimes being commited and calling in Scotland Yard! Lead singer and back up vocals: ElleBass Guitar: Curtis FreemanElectric & Acoustic Guitars: Vasili...
Emerald Eyes
Music written by Ignazio NatoliProduced by Konstantine ArnokourosFolk pop about having a cup of coffee with an old flame Lead singer and back up vocals: AriBass Guitar: Curtis FreemanElectric & Acoustic Guitars: Chris LeuzingerDrums+Percussion: Gino...
Shortwave Love Affair
Music written by Ignazio NatoliProduced by Santiago LezziDela Cibrian: Lead Vocal, background vocals, synthsSantiago Lezzi: Production, programming, mixing, mastering
Movie Idol
Music written by Ignazio NatoliProduced by Santiago LezziDela Cibrian: Lead Vocal, background vocals, synthsSantiago Lezzi: Production, programming, mixing, mastering
Take Me Away
Music written by Ignazio Natoli Produced by Konstantine Arnokouros When you completely fall in love with someone , there is nothing sweeter. Lead singer and back up vocals: ElleBass Guitar: Curtis FreemanFlamenco Guitars: Benjamin BarrileElectric & Acoustic...
You Gave A Little Love
Music written by Ignazio NatoliProduced by Konstantine Arnokouros The perfect wedding song. This song is about a wedding proposal to the one who you are sure is the one. Lead singer and back up vocals: Della CibrianBass Guitar: Curtis FreemanElectric & Acoustic...
Time Machine
Music written by Ignazio NatoliProduced by Konstantine Arnokouros Song about going back and forth in time looking for that one special place. Lead singer and back up vocals: EnliaBass Guitar: Curtis FreemanElectric Guitars: Justin AbedinDrums+Percussion: Gino...
I Want My Mommy
Music written by Ignazio NatoliProduced by Konstantine ArnokourosThis song is about Unity in the world and that we are all the same. Everyone is different but that is the beauty of Humanity we can be individuals bit we are all Humans. Lead singer and back up vocals:...
It’s Gotta Be Love
Music written by Ignazio NatoliProduced by Konstantine Arnokouros Ever been out and about and seen a girl who just knocks you off your feet. You know deep down she is the one for you! Well this is what this song is about. Lead singer and back up vocals: Chester...
Magic Wand
Music written by Ignazio NatoliProduced by Konstantine ArnokourosHave you ever said or done something and wished you could take it back but have no way of doing that. Well a MAGIC WAND would solve that! Lead singer and back up vocals: Della CibrianBass Guitar: Curtis...
Rocket Ship
Music written by Ignazio NatoliProduced by Konstantine ArnokourosI have always dreamed of travelling through space seeing all the wonders of our Universe. This song is about that feeling of doing that for dreamers like me who do not know when they will return back to...
One World
Music written by Ignazio NatoliProduced by Konstantine Arnokouros This song is about Unity in the world and that we are all the same. Everyone is different but that is the beauty of Humanity we can be individuals bit we are all Humans. Back up vocals: Randy...
Missing An Angel
Music written by Ignazio NatoliProduced by Konstantine ArnokourosI wrote this song to draw attention a very disturbing part of our society which is the BATTERED WIFE SYNDROME. Lead singer and back up vocals: Anastasia ArnokourosBass Guitar: John GrigoriouDrums: Gino...
Precious Love
Music written by Ignazio NatoliProduced by Konstantine ArnokourosThis song is dedicated to my wife Lead singer and back up vocals: Cacy ThomasOther background vocals: Anastasia ArnokourosBass Guitar: John GrigoriouDrums: Gino MirizioFlamenco Guitar: Benjamin...
Reviews
Wings of Love-Review
Hip Culture serve up high energy electronic dance-pop on the release of their single, "Wings of Love". This uptempo number features pulsating drums and percolating synths behind brightly layered female vocals, along with exciting production elements and fx that propel...
Invisible-Review
Overall Impression Deeply talented songwriter Iggy Natoli, AKA Hip Culture certainly knows how to craft a tune or two, so much so that every track of his that comes my way manages to always impress, and once again that trend continues with "Invisible", a pop-rock...
Finding Love-Review
Hip Culture serves up light and breezy timeless pop, on their release of "Finding Love." Meticulously layered female vocals deliver enchanting melodies on this retro-style track, supported by acoustic guitar, piano and airy synths with mixed percussion and soft rock...
Wake Me Up-Review
Overall Impression "Wake Me Up" is an exciting new release from Hip Culture, the writing and recording project of Canadian songwriter Iggy Natoli. This uptempo track features a bright and sunny folk-pop arrangement, driven by a top-notch rhythm section. Acoustic...
Ice Cream Man – Review
Overall Impression: Wonderfully upbeat and boasting a truly amiable sense of character, Hip Culture's undeniably charming "Ice Cream Man" manages to fittingly whisk up a relaxed and easygoing listening experience that blissfully combines its spirited performances with...
Valentino – Review
Overall Impression: Utterly catchy hooks, sterling performances, and sheer creative flair - this means it's Hip Culture time of course! Now, life is filled with much uncertainty, and whilst the prospect of never knowing what might just be around the corner is a...
Let It Go – Review
Overall Impression: Harnessing the healing power of time and a positive mindset, Let It Go by Hip Culture gives listeners strength to roll with the punches and move on. This new Pop tune is full of catchy melodies, colorful instrumental work, and an empathetic feeling...
Scotland Yard – Review
Overall Impression: "Scotland Yard" is a rousing bit of rock noir from Canadian songwriter Iggy Natoli, who also goes by the name Hip Culture. Set in the midst of a violent British crime wave, this track features dark lyrics that serve as a stark contrast to the...
Emerald Eyes – Review
Overall Impression: Canadian outfit Hip Culture serve up a slice of sunny, melody-driven pop/rock with their release of "Emerald Eyes." A stunning female vocal conveys a wistful tale of longing set to a tight, upbeat folk rock arrangement highlighted by some...
Shortwave Love Affair – Review
Reviewer : Steve Azami, from Jango Radio "Shortwave Love Affair" is a fun and spirited new release from the Canadian pop act known as Hip Culture. This up-tempo, high energy track features a synth heavy arrangement, pulsating bass, and a driving four-on-the-floor...