Atlantis Philharmonic

The Profile

Atlantis Philharmonic were a Cleveland-based progressive rock duo featuring Joe Di Fazio (multi-instrumentalist, composer) and Royce Gibson (drums, percussion, vocals). Their sole, self-titled album appeared in 1974 on Dharma and showcases keyboard-centric symphonic prog with vintage textures.

Members: Joe Di Fazio (keyboards, guitars, bass, vocals), Royce Gibson (drums, percussion, second voice). Style: keyboard-focused symphonic prog with references to The Nice, E.L.P., Atomic Rooster, Genesis, and early King Crimson. Release: Atlantis Philharmonic (1974, Dharma).

A Cleveland duo delivering keyboard-heavy symphonic prog, Atlantis Philharmonic released a self-titled album in 1974 on Dharma. Joe Di Fazio (multi-instrumentalist) and Royce Gibson (drums) craft vintage, organ- and Mellotron-rich textures with nods to ELP, Genesis, and early King Crimson. The review praises the variety from delicate ballads to hard-edged suites and recommends it to 70s prog and keyboard lovers.