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THE REVIEW
Definitely a bit inferior to the previous one! If the first one has a certain biographical appeal, this one turns out to be a wholly moral summary of life.
Recorded in 1974, this second album was brought to light in 1992 thanks to "Mellow Records" due to the financial troubles of the old label, but it is now easily available in a new 2004 remastering under the supervision of the band. After more than 30 years, the sound quality is impeccable.
It is considered a less creative work compared to the previous one, but it contains very interesting guitar and keyboard passages. The influence in style seems to be more hard rock but Canali's voice is darker than ever (listen to "Mente Sola - Mente"). The highlights between the various sections become less ethereal but more captivating, for example, in "Vivi Lotta Pensa" there's a great electric guitar and an overwhelming Hammond. In the track "Solo ma Vivo", the wonderful keyboards accompany the electric guitar in interludes where a masterful flute enhances the composition of the lyrics. "La Canzone del Padre", lasting 10 minutes, is very varied and propulsive with a dreamlike acoustic guitar and a flute that has nothing to envy to the mythical Jethro Tull.
The album's production, driven by singer-songwriter Eugenio Finardi, sees the band writing lyrics about the political system and social issues. Either way, an excellent work, more leaning toward rock outbursts, more decisive than the previous one but unfortunately conditioned by external voices. From here on, the end of the band.
Another masterpiece!
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Biglietto Per L'Inferno's second album, Il Tempo Della Semina, is considered somewhat less creative than their debut but excels with compelling guitar and keyboard sections. Recorded in 1974 and remastered in 2004, it features harder rock influences and darker vocals. The lyrics tackle political and social issues, framed by strong production in collaboration with Eugenio Finardi. Despite being overshadowed by external factors, the album remains an excellent and decisive work.Tracklist Videos
Biglietto per l'inferno
Italian progressive rock band from Lecco, formed in 1972. They are best known for their dark, dramatic 1974 self-titled album and for Il tempo della semina, recorded in the 1970s and released in 1992. Reviews emphasize vocalist/flutist Claudio Canali’s central role and the group’s mix of symphonic prog, hard rock intensity, and socially critical lyrics.11 Reviews
Other reviews
By Testaverde
Il tempo della semina technically outpaces the work that preceded it.
A great album, nonetheless, and a stunning farewell step from one of the most underrated bands of the entire Italian prog scene.
By Precog
The overwhelming hard accelerations, seasoned with extraordinary and dense electronic tones, remain the unmistakable trademark.
The album showcases a profound and early maturation confirming the unmistakable debut artistic qualities.
