Città Frontale

The Profile

Short-lived offshoot of Osanna featuring Lino Vairetti (vocals, guitar, mellotron, harmonica) and Massimo Guarino (drums, percussion, vibraphone, vocals), joined by musicians such as Rino Zurzolo and Enzo Avitabile; released the album El Tor in 1975.

Released the album El Tor in 1975. The project formed from members of Osanna and blended progressive rock with singer-songwriter and Mediterranean influences; the album is noted for political lyrics and varied arrangements.

Città Frontale's El Tor (1975) is presented as a bridge between declining progressive rock and the rise of Italian singer-songwriter music. Reviews praise its political engagement, varied arrangements, and production quality. Standout tracks mentioned include "Duro Lavoro" and the title track. The band is noted as a short-lived offshoot of Osanna featuring Lino Vairetti and Massimo Guarino.