Brian Ice

Brian Ice is the stage name of Fabrizio Rizzolo, an Italian singer, songwriter, and actor born on June 6, 1964, in Asti, Piedmont, Italy. He began his musical journey at the age of 14, learning to play the guitar and forming bands that performed in local venues. In 1985, Rizzolo adopted the alias Brian Ice and released his debut single, "Talking to the Night," under Memory Records. The song became an unexpected success in the Italo disco scene. He followed up with other notable tracks, including "Tokyo" (1986) and "Night Girl" (1987), solidifying his presence in the genre. Throughout his career, Brian Ice has been associated with various record labels such as Discomagic Records, A-Beat-C, and Dave Rodgers Music. Beyond his own performances, Rizzolo has contributed as a songwriter and producer for artists like Tony Esposito and Gloria Gaynor. In addition to his musical endeavors, Rizzolo has pursued acting, appearing in films and tv series. Brian Ice's contributions have left a lasting impact on the Italo disco and Eurobeat scenes, with "Talking to the Night" remaining a classic example of the genre.