Acqua fragile

The Profile

Italian progressive rock group formed in 1971. They released two English‑sung studio albums—Acqua Fragile (1973) and Mass‑Media Stars (1974)—before disbanding in 1975. Vocalist Bernardo Lanzetti later joined PFM. The band reunited for the album A New Chant in 2017.

Both 1970s albums are entirely in English; Mass‑Media Stars was also released in the USA. Manager Franco Mamone was shared with PFM. Reviews note affinities with Genesis and Gentle Giant and highlight Lanzetti’s distinctive vibrato.

Reviews praise Acqua Fragile’s English-sung 1973–74 albums for symphonic prog craft, rich vocal harmonies, and refined arrangements. Lanzetti’s distinctive vibrato and PFM ties recur as themes. Mass-Media Stars is noted for complexity and a US release; the debut for its Genesis/Gentle Giant affinities. The 2017 reunion A New Chant earns thoughtful, mostly positive reception with standout tracks and mature vocals.