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 "Viva! is an excellent example of quality pop-rock, centered on the guitar acrobatics of Donato 'Dodi' Battaglia and the polyphonic synths of Camillo 'Roby' Facchinetti."

 "'L'ultima notte di caccia' is the best piece ever composed and recorded by our friends."

Pooh's 1979 album Viva! marks a shift toward guitar and keyboard-driven pop-rock. Showcasing Donato Battaglia's guitar skills and Valerio Negrini's insightful lyrics, the album balances catchy melodies with quality musicianship. With standout tracks like 'Io sono vivo' and the progressive 'L'ultima notte di caccia,' Viva! remains one of the band's finest works. Despite occasional radio-friendly moments, the album is praised for its instrumental and vocal harmonies. Listen to Pooh's Viva! album to experience classic Italian pop-rock at its finest.

 "The title track is a hallucinatory and unmissable journey, on the level of the best Kraut-rock."

 "'Gudrun' oozes nobility and culture from all sides, a bold step into avant-garde and contemporary music."

The review praises Pierrot Lunaire's 1977 album 'Gudrun' as a bold and mature work surpassing their debut. It highlights the avant-garde and experimental nature of tracks blending medieval music, jazz rock, and synth experimentation. Jacqueline Darby's haunting vocals and the skillful musicianship of Arturo Stalteri and Gaio Chiocchio are praised. The reviewer calls the title track a hallucinatory masterpiece, comparing it to the best Kraut-rock. The album is framed as a unique, unmissable journey in prog history. Dive into the experimental sounds of 'Gudrun' and experience one of Italy's finest avant-garde prog albums today!

 Vescovi was (and I hope he still is) a real genius.

 It is undoubtedly a small hidden gem in the Italian progressive scene.

The Trip's 1972 album Atlantide marks a pivotal moment for the band as a trio blending jazz rock and experimental progressive styles. Joe Vescovi's virtuosic keyboard work and Furio Chirico's refined drumming shape a concept album centered on the Atlantis myth. The album departs from blues and hard rock towards meditative and avant-garde sounds, showcasing a minimalist yet fluid approach. Atlantide remains a highly regarded and underrated gem in Italian progressive rock history. Dive into The Trip's Atlantide and explore one of Italy's finest progressive rock treasures today!

 The greatness of the evening takes refuge in my memory everything comes alive and begins to resemble you again.

 It is a track that creates a twilight atmosphere, almost slightly tense, with an excellent text as usual, and a meticulous and tinkling musical backdrop, surely a precursor to what would soon be called new wave.

Le Orme's 1975 single 'Sera' marks a pivotal shift from complex progressive rock towards a more accessible pop style. Featuring a unique 5/4 harpsichord intro and evocative lyrics, the track creates a tense yet tranquil twilight atmosphere. The review highlights the band's evolving sound, the poetic depth of their lyrics, and the song's role as a precursor to new wave. The B-side 'India' from Contrappunti complements the single with hypnotic and poetic qualities. Overall, 'Sera' is celebrated as a pop gem representing Le Orme's masterful balance of complexity and simplicity. Listen to Le Orme's 'Sera' and dive into a timeless blend of prog complexity and pop elegance.

 "Canzone d'amore by Le Orme is the pop song that everyone would have wanted to write."

 "The immortality of certain songs allows them to transcend all this and much more, 'Canzone d'amore' is certainly one of them."

This review celebrates Le Orme's single 'Canzone d'Amore' as a high-class pop masterpiece with simple yet beautiful lyrics and expert composition. The track's unique structure and evocative melody showcase Aldo Tagliapietra’s distinct vocals. The B-side 'È finita una stagione' adds a melancholic reflection on the end of an era, complementing the emotional depth of the single. Released in 1976, at the height of the band's popularity, these songs remain timeless classics that evoke nostalgia and admiration. Listen to Le Orme’s 'Canzone d'Amore' and experience a timeless Italian pop classic that still moves hearts today.

 Zeder is based on the stark contrast between the very dark themes and the lively, sunny land in which it is set.

 To be scary, you don’t need tankers of blood and assorted mutilations.

Zeder, directed by Pupi Avati, is a standout Italian horror film set in the sunny Emilia Romagna region, contrasting bright settings with dark supernatural themes. The story follows a writer uncovering sinister secrets linked to mysterious K-Zones, culminating in a chilling and unsettling climax. Praised for its elegant storytelling, strong performances, and atmospheric tension, the film is regarded as a small masterpiece of Italian horror. Though often overshadowed by Avati's earlier The House with Laughing Windows, Zeder holds its own as a highly effective and innovative horror movie. Dive into the eerie world of Zeder and experience one of Italian horror’s finest films—watch it now and uncover its dark secrets!

 The film pushes forward, between sudden plot changes and spectacularly gruesome deaths.

 With this film, Mario Bava inaugurates another phase of horror, the more extreme and less poetic one, which in the future will take on the name of splatter.

Mario Bava's Reazione A Catena is a landmark 1970-71 horror film known for its anarchic violence and visionary direction. The film's plot revolves around a valuable bay and a group of greedy antagonists leading to multiple brutal murders. Bava's approach, combining natural settings with graphic gore, established the foundation of the splatter subgenre. It influenced many later horror films, notably resembling the style of Friday the 13th. Despite average acting, the dynamic pacing and memorable kills cement the film’s cult status. Explore Mario Bava's groundbreaking Reazione A Catena and experience the origins of splatter horror today!

 If someone were to watch a Mario Bava film thinking, 'Well, yeah, let me watch this vintage film, because I have nothing else to do tonight,' they would realize that they’ve already seen the film.

 The scene where the witch takes over Katia’s vitality making her age prematurely (the aging scenes are extraordinary).

This review praises Mario Bava’s La Maschera del Demonio as a groundbreaking work in Italian horror cinema. The film’s atmospheric lighting, gothic style, and brutal yet artistic depiction of violence elevate it above typical genre fare. Barbara Steele’s dual role adds depth and charisma. The reviewer highlights Bava’s influence on modern horror and his forward-thinking approach. Watch Mario Bava’s La Maschera del Demonio now and experience a true horror classic that shaped the genre forever.

 "The film is about a doctor who discovers the deranged and sick truth in a mysterious village."

 "The film is a celebration of making cinema with a plate of pasta and a glass of wine; the budget is extremely low, but there are so many ideas."

Mario Bava's 1966 film Operazione Paura, also known as Kill Baby Kill, is celebrated as a cult classic of Italian gothic horror. Despite its extremely low budget and modest acting, the film stands out for its inventive visuals, atmospheric photography, and strong influence on world cinema. Key memorable scenes include mind-bending spatial effects and a ghostly child emblematic of the film's eerie mood. The movie's impact is recognized by filmmakers like Quentin Tarantino and Federico Fellini. Explore the eerie beauty of Mario Bava's Operazione Paura and witness a masterpiece of Italian gothic horror cinema.

 Scorpions played great hard rock in the ’70s, solid and compact, very angry, sometimes associated with Heavy Metal.

 For late ’70s hard rock, an absolutely memorable album, if only for the cover that was censored in various parts of the globe.

Scorpions' 1979 album Lovedrive is celebrated as a quintessential hard rock record blending heavy metal elements and timeless ballads. The lineup changes brought Matthias Jabs alongside Rudolf Schenker, creating powerful guitar duos. Tracks like 'Loving You Sunday Morning' and 'Always Somewhere' showcase strong vocals and memorable riffs. The album balances energetic rockers with melodic ballads and instrumental highlights, securing its place as a late ’70s classic. Despite not being revolutionary, Lovedrive remains captivating and influential. Dive into the raw energy of Scorpions' Lovedrive and experience 1970s hard rock at its finest—listen now!