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Joe Jackson Night & Day

19 aug 19

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An enthusiastic invitation to listen, which I hope to follow up on. I've heard little from this artist who, with "Steppin' Out" (a piece that truly deserves the status of masterpiece, for its arrangements and interpretation), has earned my enduring respect and esteem. I rate the album on trust.

Max Bunker e Magnus Il numero 1

12 aug 19

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The most brilliant idea of Max Bunker, probably the greatest grotesque-satirical comic in Italy, takes a noteworthy leap in quality with the introduction of Number One. Many episodes created in collaboration with Magnus are masterpieces (the only limitation being that they often refer to previous episodes, so those who haven't read them might not fully grasp certain allusions), but Piffarerio's work was also remarkable, and I find several episodes from the '90s successful (especially those more linked to current events). Unfortunately, with the introduction of Minuette (a character who is quite pleasant), instead of the TNT gang, it has lost a lot of its appeal, at least for me (along with the fact that, as I got older, I abandoned comics. I also used to read Diabolik).

Mina La pioggia di marzo

4 jul 19

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I don't know Jobim's original nor Fossati's version (which I will definitely seek out), so I can't express an opinion on Mina's sung lyrics... I can only say that it conveys the idea of words falling like rain, so it has its own meaning. I really appreciate Moustaki's French version as well.
@luludia: thinking about the teacher who gave you a note for the joke about Mazzini, I believe those were truly different times.

Gianni Mocchetti Andare

26 mar 19

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I only know the Sanremo piece, which I think is one of the few interesting tracks (and the only rock piece, teetering between experimentation and commercial temptations) from that rather modest edition of the late '70s: it vaguely reminds me of "Himalaya" by Juri Camisasca. Also, given his past in Battiato's entourage, I think he deserves a listen. Among other things, in this album there's Pino Massara, another key figure behind the early works of the Catanese artist.

Claudio Lolli Michel

8 jan 19

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I believe that "Michel" is one of the most beautiful and bittersweet songs about friendship. I was only in kindergarten for three months; they withdrew me because I was always crying. However, one of my oldest and most lasting friendships began during that time. He ran faster than me, but in the end, I was the one who caught the train. We met again as adults. That encounter left me with the feeling that, after years of separation, the least that can happen is for each of us to evolve in different ways.

Roy Orbison Mystery Girl

8 nov 18

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I only know "California Blue," a truly pleasant track, and it's a shame that Orbison's career - and life - were cut short when he still had so much to give. The record must be remarkable, even for the caliber of collaborators.

Alessio Cremonini Sulla mia pelle

20 sep 18

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I don't know if I'll watch the movie; at least, I won't watch it now, even though I really appreciated an interview where Borghi talked about his emotional involvement and commitment to the character. For the few recent films that I think are worth an interest, I prefer to let a few years pass for them to settle, so as not to be too influenced by conflicting opinions and controversies; I sincerely hope it was made to testify and remember what was a real institutional failure, which is even more infuriating because it could have been avoided.

Riccardo Sinigallia Ciao Cuore

17 sep 18

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Until today, I was almost unaware of the existence of Riccardo Sinigallia. Often working in the shadows, he has built a respectable resume, and the fact that he doesn't like to be in the spotlight makes him worthy of admiration. Given what he has accomplished so far, I would say it's worth listening to him. Thank you for bringing him up.

Guè Pequeno Il ragazzo d'oro

13 sep 18

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I think the whole album is a trip through the shit.

Manetti Bros. L'Ispettore Coliandro

11 sep 18

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One of the few truly interesting productions in Italy in recent years. The anti-heroic and politically incorrect character of Coliandro is a breath of fresh air amidst the cloying moralizing that characterizes too many television productions. And the Bolognese setting, so atypical and well highlighted, does the rest.