Leonardo Cincinelli is an Italian pianist, keyboardist, producer, and composer whose music defies traditional labels. Deeply rooted in jazz and electronic music, his work is driven by a relentless passion for experimentation and improvisation, seamlessly blending genres while rejecting constraints.

Born in 1983 in a small town in Tuscany, Leonardo began his musical journey at the age of seven, studying piano under Sarah Hamby, a harpsichordist and choir conductor from the United States. His education continued with private teachers and esteemed institutions such as Siena Jazz and the Saint Louis College of Music in Rome, where he delved into synthesis and electronic music. While acknowledging the importance of formal training, Leonardo has always prioritized creativity, experimentation, and introspection, steering away from rigid paths or following the influence of famous mentors.

At 18, he began performing with Lostress, an acoustic jazz trio, playing at festivals and clubs across central Italy. Around the same time, he co-founded Deejazz, an eclectic collective blending jazz musicians, rappers, and DJs in a groundbreaking fusion of improvisation and urban sounds. During this period, he also collaborated with a wide range of musicians, particularly from the jazz scene in central Italy (Daniele Malvisi, Gianmarco Scaglia, Ferdinando Romano, Paolo Corsi…).

In 2010, Leonardo moved to Barcelona, where he earned a master’s degree in music production at Microfusa. Immersing himself in the city’s vibrant underground electronic scene, he adopted the artist name Leomode and began performing live alongside DJs, exploring hybrid performances that merged improvisation with house and techno in iconic clubs like Row14 and Macarena. Under the same alias, he later released a series of lo-fi-inspired beats infused with jazz and, at times, bossa nova influences.

Over the years, Leonardo has collaborated on diverse projects, including Nu Epoque, an electronic/neo-soul/afrofuturistic band founded with Mozambican singer and beatmaker Siwo and Angolan vocalist Monica Mussungo. The trio performed extensively at concerts and festivals across Barcelona and its surroundings, releasing their debut album, Zula, in 2017.

In 2020, Leonardo co-founded Art.eria with Argentine pianist and arranger Mariano Camarasa. The group features flutist Fernando Brox and a string quintet, creating a sound that merges jazz improvisation, electronic production, and cinematic atmospheres, enhanced by a visual show designed by A/V artist N0vatik. Their debut concert was recorded and broadcasted on RTVE Play (Spanish national television).

Since 2019, Leonardo has become one of the leading remote session pianists and producers on platforms like SoundBetter and AirGigs, online marketplaces connecting musicians and producers with artists worldwide. His versatility and technical expertise have made him a valuable collaborator for a wide range of international artists, from emerging talents to established names like Jess Glynne and Gorgon City. A sought-after collaborator for artists across genres and continents, this experience has enriched his artistic vision through exposure to diverse musical styles and creative approaches.