For Music Publishers and Record Labels

Gianluca Zanna

Gianluca Zanna is an internationally renowned songwriter and music producer whose independent label has achieved what many thought impossible without major label backing. Originally from Italy and based in the United States since 1998, Zanna has built an Independent Hit Record Label from the ground up—proving that exceptional artistry and strategic persistence can break through even the most insular industry barriers.

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The Journey

When Gianluca Zanna arrived in America in 1998, he had no contacts in the music business, no major label backing, and no clear path into one of the world's most competitive industries. What he did have was vision, relentless work ethic, and an unwavering commitment to quality.

Today, Zanna Records—the independent label he founded—has accumulated over 8.5 million YouTube views in recent months and secured playlist placement alongside Taylor Swift across more than 1,000 radio stations through Top Hits USA.

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Chart-Topping Success

In September 2025, "You Are My Destiny (Future Remix)"—a collaboration between Zanna and vocalist Claudette Lyons performing as "Luca & Claudette"—reached number one on the North American College and Community Radio Chart, dominating airwaves across the United States and Canada. The track has since surpassed 2 million YouTube views.

The success continued into October when the song climbed to number three on Amazon's Best Sellers Dance & Electronic Charts, outranking tracks by Michael Jackson, Whitney Houston, David Guetta, and Pitbull. Top Hits USA added the song to rotation across their network for two consecutive months.

Industry Recognition & Media Coverage

Zanna and Lyons were named finalists at America's Top Next Hitmaker in September 2025, earning a photoshoot at Rolling Stone Magazine headquarters in New York City.

His journey and achievements have been featured in:

• Rolling Stone (US & UK)

• Billboard Italy

• Forbes Magazine Scotland (corporate music ventures)

• Music Connection Magazine ("When Dreams Cross Borders: The Gianluca Zanna Phenomenon")

World-Class Collaborations

Zanna's commitment to production excellence is reflected in his collaborators:

Brian Reeves — A multiplatinum, Grammy Award-winning sound engineer who has worked with U2, Billy Idol, Giorgio Moroder, Donna Summer, Simple Minds, and Carlos Santana. Reeves has mixed many of Zanna Records' releases, bringing world-class sonic quality to every track.

Claes Cornelius — The former MegaRecords A&R executive who discovered and launched Ace of Base to international stardom joined Zanna Records in 2025. This partnership combines cutting-edge artistry with decades of industry expertise.

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Hollywood Representation

In December 2025, Zanna and Lyons signed with Jody Jackson of JJ Entertainment, a prominent Hollywood publicist and agent whose client roster has included the Eagles, Madonna, and the Beach Boys. For an independent operation built without traditional industry backing, this representation marks significant validation of Zanna's unconventional approach.

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The Zanna Records Catalog

With a catalog exceeding 150 compositions, Zanna Records spans multiple genres including EDM, Pop, Rock, Spaghetti Western Music, and Pop Opera. The label's signature sound draws from 1990s dance-pop aesthetics with contemporary production techniques, creating music that resonates across generations.

Zanna Records releases have aired on radio stations throughout the United States, Canada, Brazil, Mexico, and across Europe—building a truly global audience through quality and strategic radio relationships rather than chasing viral algorithms.

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Looking Forward

Zanna's vision extends toward securing major label partnerships for global distribution and licensing while maintaining the creative independence that has defined Zanna Records' success. His catalog presents compelling opportunities for music licensing across film, television, live performance, and new recording projects.

The Zanna Records story demonstrates that chart success and industry recognition don't require traditional gatekeepers—just exceptional production quality, strategic relationship-building, and the persistence to build something extraordinary one station at a time.

For inquiries regarding licensing, collaborations, or music samples: Email: zanna@zanna.us

Let's create something remarkable together.