BAND FUNDAMENTAL!! Underrated by far! Throughout their career, they have achieved less than they deserved! more
they're amazing! more
There are more poletti on the deb than forms of life in Molise. more
ENOUGH MTV, ENOUGH! more
Glorious American indie-rock band of the faux brothers Ween, true heirs of the Zappa-esque meta rock in mocking everyone, from eccentric folk like Donovan to Beatles-esque pop and even sea shanties. Brilliant are the psychedelic Mutilated Lips, the almost-prog Buckingham Green, and Ocean Man, which then ended up in the Spongebob soundtrack. more
I believe that the choice of the Concerto Barocco was the winning card for the New Trolls, who succeeded where other, more renowned groups (read Deep Purple) had failed. The decision to rely on the verses of the Bard was also the right one. A classic of Italian prog. more
A prog masterpiece with the unique and inimitable VDGG: the soundtrack of an existential crisis, with various suites painting the entire ambiguity of being human. For me, it's all worthy of an anthology, from the contemplative opening with just piano, organ, and voice (and what a voice) to the pure psychological terror of the sax-keyboard interludes. Oh, I almost forgot, there's also a cameo from Mr. Fripp himself just to delight. more
Although Caravan reached their full maturity starting from In the Land of Grey and Pink, I have a soft spot for this album where their melodic fantasies still live in a middle ground between psychedelia and prog, always With An Ear To The Ground. more
An excellent tribute to Dylan from the Roman singer-songwriter. The translations are well done, some really successful ("Dignity"), others much less so ("Subterranean Homesick Blues"). Nothing particularly unmissable or new, just a lot of craft... recommended for all fans of Bob and/or the Prince, while others might find it to be a rather self-serving endeavor. Still, there are 55 minutes of beautiful songs. more
The first stage animal in the history of rock more
Also known by the name of Ruttum, the two stars are due to the character's comedic nature. more
Cult band of the Seattle scene, unfortunately exploited by pseudo-alternative kids who want to be rebellious non-conformists, thus becoming a mass of fake angry teenagers with acne who are all the same. In summary, a good band ruined by their "fans." more
The political staff of Penn in a hard-hitting film about the moral hypocrisy of the United States. The actors stand out, and despite the cuts imposed by the production, it remains one of the most poignant snapshots of the time regarding the American nation. (9) more
A typical "Saloon Song" like those sung by Sinatra (who is indeed referenced by the "teetotaler" Fish). And what can I say about the beauty of the arpeggio and the incredibly precise "Gilmour-esque" solo by Rothery? more
A masterpiece that hasn't lost an ounce of its modernity. During that time, Roxy in England and Can in Germany, with their hypno-funk, were playing, ten years earlier, what would become the new trend only ten years later (at least). Incredible! more
album that marked the turning point (Dream) Pop of the flaming lips. Many turned up their noses, especially after the experimental Zaireeka, but I have no issues if pop is well-crafted and has a soul. And then with Feeling Yourself, the group led by Wayne Coyne has really nailed a ballad (about death) that gradually reaches extremely high emotional levels. more
The single that replicated the success of "Albatross" is a simple and heartfelt ballad (in the best blues tradition), with just a bit of rhythm in the very short bridge. And then the sweet tone of Peter Green's Les Paul can evoke any emotion with a simple phrase. Add an extraordinarily expressive and soulful voice, and what do you get? Wonderful music. more
They're not exactly the best Camel. However, considering what Genesis and Yes were releasing at the same time, the Camel still "held their own" even with an album that's a bit lackluster like this one. That said, the title track is one of the best pieces, and Latimer's solo has its reasons. more
A more than positive addition to the group's catalog, unfortunately here without the bassist and singer Ben Orr. Some truly convincing tracks, but the entire album is pleasantly listenable. A must-have for the band's fans. 3/5 more
Surely, it's one of the groups with the most conflicting opinions in the music world.. Not suitable for casual listening. Behind that wall of technique, there is something good and a lot of it. It's just that you can't expect to perceive it in 20 minutes. Nor even in 2 hours. more