Mothers Love (Mama Mia) / Got To Make A Move

Macho was a project helmed by the Italian producer Jacques Fred Petrus and songwriter Mauro Malavasi, who were instrumental in shaping the sophisticated, groove-heavy sound of late 1970s and early 1980s Italo-disco. This single, released on the Strand label in 1981, reflects the production duo's transition toward a more polished, synth-oriented pop-funk style as the peak disco era waned, aiming to capture the dance-floor energy that defined their collaborative work.

The design and artistic direction for this release adhered to the minimalist aesthetic typical of European dance singles of the time, focusing on clarity and functionality for radio DJs and club selectors. By 1981, the Macho project was increasingly moving away from the sprawling, orchestral arrangements of their debut, opting instead for tighter compositions like 'Mama Mia' that sought to bridge the gap between continental electronic trends and mainstream club appeal.