ClaudioCi

 The cover was really out of the ordinary: a beautiful dark-haired girl, nude indeed, was drawn across three panels of the cover.

 Guido Crepax’s true passion was jazz; his images provide great charm to the covers, delineating the dynamism of the musicians and the typical jazz atmospheres.

This review celebrates 'Archivio Crepax,' a beautifully curated book showcasing Guido Crepax's extensive body of album cover art. It highlights the artistic passion Crepax brought to various music genres including jazz, pop, and Italian prog rock. The reviewer fondly recalls the iconic 'Nuda' album cover and appreciates the personal and historical insights shared within. The volume is praised for its rich visual and narrative content, making it an invaluable collector's piece. Discover the artistry behind legendary vinyl covers—explore Archivio Crepax and dive into Guido Crepax's iconic visual world today!

 "From Ajanta to Lhasa appears as a tribute to Terry Riley, especially the title track echoing 'A Rainbow in a Curved Air'."

 "The release of these 'old' tapes proves to be a commendable operation for an interesting testimony of Italian avant-garde in the second half of the '70s."

From Ajanta to Lhasa by Arturo Stalteri is a recently released LP of previously unpublished 1979 recordings. The album shows deep influence from Terry Riley’s minimalist style and features a rich mix of instruments. It serves as a valuable testimony of Italy’s experimental music scene in the late 70s. While not groundbreaking, it delights with its ambient textures and cyclic patterns. Explore the rare 1979 ambient sounds of Arturo Stalteri and dive into Italy’s avant-garde music history.

 The arrangements are good, never redundant, sparse and well-played.

 The gem is 'Pianefforte 'e notte' by the Neapolitan poet Salvatore Di Giacomo: sweetness and veiled melancholy combine with a minimalist, sparse soundscape.

La Stanza della Musica's 1978 self-titled album is a rare musical project that sets classic Italian and Spanish poems to sparse, tasteful folk-progressive arrangements. Despite skilled musicianship and interesting interpretations, it remained obscure and was never reissued on CD. Highlights include Spanish-style sounds reminiscent of De André and a standout track setting Salvatore Di Giacomo's poetry to music. Overall, the album is an intriguing but modest achievement. Discover this rare 1978 folk-progressive album blending Italian poetry and heartfelt music—listen and uncover a hidden classic now!