Aktuala

Aktuala is an Italian 1970s music collective led by Walter Maioli, noted for blending folk traditions, experimental approaches and global percussion across three albums released between 1973 and 1976.

Led by Walter Maioli; early members and contributors mentioned in reviews include Daniele Cavallanti, Trilok Gurtu and Lino Capra Vaccina. The group recorded three albums (Aktuala 1973; La Terra 1974; Tappeto Volante 1976). Their albums were produced by Pino Massara and released on Bla Bla Records.

Aktuala is an Italian 1970s music collective led by Walter Maioli, noted in these reviews for pioneering a blend of folk, ethnic percussion and experimental approaches. The group released three albums between 1973 and 1976, frequently praised for their organic sound and early 'world music' sensibility. Reviewers highlight La Terra as a standout and often-transportive listening experience.

For:Listeners of world/experimental music, fans of 1970s Italian progressive and folk-infused projects