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 Italy is a shitty country. Italy is a wonderful country. Italy is a laboratory country.

 In this album, you will find all this and more. Shopping malls and call centers. Thieves and the robbed. Cats and foxes. Corpses and fake living.

Ascanio Celestini’s album Parole Sante is a compelling political and social commentary on Italy’s contradictions. Blending humor with sharp critique, the album explores themes of power, injustice, and resistance. It connects past and present struggles through evocative spoken sketches, urging listeners to face Italy’s realities. The review praises Celestini as an indispensable and provocative artist continuing the legacy of great Italian figures. Listen to Parole Sante and uncover a bold, honest reflection on Italy’s complex social and political landscape.

 "Liquid and murmuring piano against a backdrop of ethnic percussion... and where do these 'Distracted Routes' take us? Wherever our imagination desires."

 "The soundtrack of the world, Mediterranean tradition, the voice of migrant peoples... It’s wonderful to travel, but it’s equally wonderful to return."

Rocco De Rosa’s album Rotte Distratte offers a deeply evocative blend of piano, ethnic percussion, and diverse vocal traditions. The music takes listeners on a journey through Mediterranean landscapes, migrant voices, and minimalist influences inspired by Steve Reich. Featuring contributions from artists like Gabriele Benigni and Yasemin Sannino, the album artfully balances joyful dance and melancholic reflection. It’s a heartfelt soundtrack for travel and homecoming alike. Discover the enchanting sounds of Rotte Distratte and embark on a Mediterranean journey through music today!

 "A visionary, painter of sound. A pied piper who plays and dances on the ruins of all that we insist on calling music."

 "Miles Davis meets King Crimson on the dark side of the moon. Sounds and rhythms for the fourth millennium."

David Torn's Cloud About Mercury is a groundbreaking fusion album featuring masterful performances by Mark Isham, Tony Levin, and Bill Bruford. It blends jazz, rock, ambient, and electronic elements to create a unique and visionary soundscape. The album is praised for its bold innovation and complex musical textures, described as a 'musical Esperanto' and a utopian journey in sound. Discover the sonic journey of Cloud About Mercury—listen now and experience the fusion masterpiece!