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 Banco is searching for new energy after two relative failures and the definitive decline of the progressive era.

 The album is a surely forgettable work, deeply saddening those who have loved this great Italian group since the beginning.

This review evaluates Banco del Mutuo Soccorso's 1983 self-titled album, highlighting its shift from progressive rock to pop and disco elements. The reviewer notes a decline from the band's 1970s peak with mostly forgettable tracks, except for the notable 'Moby Dick.' The album reflects a difficult period for the band, marked by lineup changes and diminishing artistic quality. Despite its flaws, the album remains a part of the band's complex history. Discover the complex evolution of Banco del Mutuo Soccorso in the 80s—listen and explore this pivotal but controversial album today!

 To realize this, just listen to "Sandali" and the excellent introduction by Giammarco on sax.

 Difficult to judge, considering the artists' background, three stars seem insufficient to me, but four really too many precisely out of respect for the many previous albums of decidedly superior level.

Banco's 1989 album with Francesco Di Giacomo explores a pop-oriented direction during a challenging period for the band. Despite some weaker tracks, the album features strong arrangements and notable collaborations, such as with Sam Moore. The review highlights key songs and the band's lineup shifts. While the album is not considered a masterpiece, it remains an interesting part of Banco's discography. Discover Banco's unique 1989 album featuring Francesco Di Giacomo and explore its blend of pop and progressive rock today!

 The result is rather modest, resulting in an overall musical jam with the voice of Battiato, now monotone, as the guiding thread, far from his best times.

 In attempting to preserve its best [PFM's 'Impressioni di Settembre'] has produced a poor copy.

Fleurs 3, the third installment of Franco Battiato's Fleur trilogy, offers a collection of hit covers with one new duet track. While commercially successful, musically it falls short, lacking the passion of original versions. Some tracks fail to captivate, though a few moments like the Alice duet and Gino Paoli's 'Il cielo in una stanza' stand out. The album concludes with a German recital, adding a unique but limited novelty. Overall, it’s a modest and uninspired pop project. Explore Franco Battiato’s Fleurs 3 to decide if this pop reissue resonates with you or discover the original masterpieces behind the covers.

 The soul of the group meets in the opening track, in 'It Must Be Love' and especially in 'Filled with Fear,'

 ‘Ball’ is overall quite enjoyable and was rewarded by sales, reaching the third position in the American chart.

Iron Butterfly's 'Ball' followed their iconic 'In-A-Gadda-Da-Vida' with high expectations. While it took a more melodic direction, some tracks echoed past successes and rival styles. The album saw good commercial success, ranking third in US charts, despite mixed critical reception that led to internal band tensions. Notable bonus tracks in the expanded version recall the group's signature style. Dive into Iron Butterfly’s Ball and discover its melodic charm and classic rock legacy today!

 Two years have not gone by in vain, as this work is decidedly favorable compared to the previous 'Autumn' both for its abundance of tracks and for its interpretative quality.

 A beautiful image, in short, masterfully rendered with a remarkable final cadence.

George Winston's 'Winter Into Spring' builds on his earlier success, offering a more complex and engaging piano album inspired by Montana's seasons. The album improves on its predecessor 'Autumn' with richer compositions and evocative imagery of stars, ocean waves, rain, and spring blossoms. While the artwork is unremarkable, the acoustic quality and musical depth deliver a rewarding listening experience. It earns a strong 4-star rating for its artistry and thematic coherence. Listen to George Winston’s evocative 'Winter Into Spring' and experience the seasons through beautiful piano melodies.

 "Autumn is a meditative album, made of lightly painted images by Winston’s brushstrokes on the keyboard."

 "'Moon'... perhaps the best piece of the album, with a luminous and romantic finale."

George Winston's 1980 album Autumn is a meditative solo piano work inspired by his Montana surroundings. The album, though simple and repetitive at times, captures evocative seasonal moods and helped propel Windham Hill Records into prominence. While not his most technically impressive work, it remains a key New Age release praised for its atmosphere and emotional depth. Explore George Winston’s Autumn and experience the origins of New Age piano music today.

 Whatevershebringswesing turned out to be his greatest success in terms of both criticism and sales, so one is spoilt for choice.

 Ayers’ trilogy of masterpieces at Harvest comes to an end with a work that is a perfect balance of epic grandeur and playful originality.

This review praises Kevin Ayers' third album, Whatevershebringswesing, as an epic and musically rich work aligned with the progressive rock scene of its time. The blend of orchestral arrangements and diverse moods—from playful to dark—showcases Ayers' originality. Contributions from notable musicians like Mike Oldfield and Robert Wyatt add to its legacy. The remastered 2003 edition is highlighted for its technical quality and bonus tracks. It concludes that the album deserves high acclaim alongside Ayers' other masterpieces. Dive into Kevin Ayers' Whatevershebringswesing and experience a timeless progressive rock masterpiece today!

 With 'Whatevershebringswesing', the trilogy of Ayers’ masterpieces at Harvest concludes; it’s pointless to rank them as such is the quality and especially the variety of compositional styles deployed by our hero.

 Overall, I want to round up those 4 and a half stars out of respect for the stellar cast that contributes to a frame-worthy album.

This review praises Kevin Ayers' album 'Whatevershebringswesing' as a complex, richly orchestrated work blending epic and playful styles. It highlights collaborations with Mike Oldfield and Robert Wyatt, noting the album's artistic variety and quality remastering. The review concludes by honoring the album as a critical and commercial success and an essential part of Ayers' Canterbury trilogy. Explore Kevin Ayers' Whatevershebringswesing – a rich journey through progressive rock and Canterbury genius!

 A triumph of organ and synthesizer, just to please their mentor who must have appreciated the (remarkable) quality of the piece.

 This work would have deserved much more prestige, but when it was released, even English prog was already in decline.

This review highlights the rare English version of Banco del Mutuo Soccorso's 'Banco' album, orchestrated with Emerson and released in 1975. Praising the Nocenzi brothers' keyboard work and the stunning instrumental tracks, it notes a slightly less successful use of English vocals but overall considers the album a gem. Despite being a sort of compilation, it captures the peak of the band's career and deserves recognition. The reviewer awards it 4 stars, emphasizing its unique place in progressive rock history. Explore the rare English 'Banco' album and experience this prog rock masterpiece's unique fusion and history today!

 Yes, already bereaved of Jon Anderson's voice and Rick Wakeman's keyboards, will also lose Chris Squire, who passed away less than a year later.

 We are dealing with a prog declined into a weak pop without high notes, with pieces that pass by without infamy or praise.

This review assesses Yes' 2014 album Heaven & Earth as a disappointing effort reflecting the band's decline after losing key members Jon Anderson and Chris Squire. The newcomer Jon Davison fails to capture Anderson’s vitality, and despite efforts from the remaining members, the album drifts into weak pop territory. The album lacks memorable progressive moments, with only 'Light of the Ages' standing out slightly. The review honors the band's legacy but ultimately rates the album low. Explore the legacy and listen to Yes' Heaven & Earth to hear the final chapter of prog rock icons.