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 It amazes how the most banal pop of those times... manages to merge into a perfect fusion, with prog-dreamlike phrases and unexpected stylistic solutions.

 Carella undoubtedly draws inspiration from Battisti, or perhaps these were much more inherently part of his creative vein.

The review explores Enzo Carella's album 'Fosse vero,' highlighting its blend of mainstream pop with prog influences. It uncovers Carella's artistic ties with lyricist Panella and draws parallels to Battisti's later works. The support from musicians like the Goblins is praised, and intriguing music industry stories are shared. Overall, the album is presented as an underrated Italian music treasure worth discovering. Explore the unique sounds of Enzo Carella’s 'Fosse vero' and uncover a timeless Italian musical treasure!

 A seemingly simple track that transforms listen after listen until it almost becomes oxygen for the mind and an intoxicating stimulus to still believe in music as the soundtrack of one’s life.

 A CD to definitely purchase for those who wish to enjoy music to think besides listening and for brief moments even dreaming!

Acqua Fragile’s album A New Chant initially comes across as confusing and unstructured but gradually reveals depth and complexity. With standout tracks like "The Drowning" and "Rain Drops," the album offers progressive rock fans a meaningful listening experience. While some elements, like the Italian interlude and title track, are less compelling, the vocal maturity of Lanzetti and strong first three tracks make this work worthwhile. A thoughtful and evocative album that invites listeners to reflect and dream. Dive into Acqua Fragile’s A New Chant and experience a complex prog revival worth exploring!

 AF’s music is like their vocal mixes, excellent, well executed, as is their performance style.

 The final track, Caffè Song, provokes anger as it hints... that with a third LP, never released, AF would surely have found the right path.

This review offers a detailed breakdown of Acqua Fragile's second album 'Mass Media Stars,' exploring each track's musicality and vocal performance. The reviewer praises the album's complexity and blend of prog rock styles, while noting some vocal imperfections. The band’s balanced ensemble work and historical context are highlighted, along with the anticipation for a never-released third album. Despite production challenges and limited commercial success, the album stands as a valuable progressive rock piece from the 1970s. Dive into the rich sounds of Acqua Fragile's 'Mass Media Stars' and explore a forgotten prog rock masterpiece today!

 This LP holds many gems that, if nurtured and expressed in future works, could have gifted us with countless emotions.

 AF are capable of combining these keyboard phrasings with pauses, silences, the epicness of imagination, where a few notes are capable of giving much more emotions than a continuous keyboard-laden caravanserai.

This review praises Acqua Fragile's debut LP as a unique and emotional representation of the band's early artistic vision. It criticizes the broader music scene's conformism and the band's later shift in style. The album is highlighted for its imaginative use of keyboards and emotional depth, standing out against many soulless contemporaries. It regrets that potential was not fully realized in subsequent works. Explore Acqua Fragile's debut LP and experience a timeless masterpiece of Italian progressive rock.