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 This is Battiato at his best; cultured but not snobbish, always open to new musical horizons.

 A highly sophisticated music, yet never difficult to listen to, opening us to other worlds without ever making us feel like intruders.

Caffè de la Paix marks the culmination of Franco Battiato's creative phase, blending rock with Arab and Indian influences. Recorded partly at Peter Gabriel’s Real World studios, the album creates a sophisticated yet accessible sound. Tracks like the traditional Iraqi 'Fogh In Nakhal' transport listeners to an evocative world inspired by One Thousand and One Nights. Battiato achieves a cultured, open-minded musical journey without pretension. Explore Franco Battiato's Caffè de la Paix and experience a masterful blend of world and rock music today!

 The songs are all very catchy and well-crafted, but they lack that spark of genius that one would rightfully expect from two artists of this caliber.

 Celentano brilliantly interprets with two different voice tones in 'Dolly', a dialogue between a man and a dog.

The 1998 collaborative album by Mina and Adriano Celentano offers catchy and well-crafted songs but falls short of the expected genius. Mina dominates the album vocally, though some performances lack soul and rely heavily on keyboards. Celentano's contributions stand out, especially tracks like 'Io ho te' and the playful 'Dolly'. The album remains an interesting but slightly flawed work from two Italian music icons. Listen to Mina & Celentano's album and explore the unique blend of Italian classics with memorable vocal performances.

 Celentano almost completely forgets to sing, delivering sermons left and right.

 'Fuoco' offers one of his best performances, heartfelt and intense, but it is really too little to save the album.

After four years of silence, Adriano Celentano returns with 'Il re degli ignoranti,' an album that fails to meet expectations. Celentano barely sings, focusing more on preaching and recycled material. Only the song 'Fuoco' stands out as a bright spot. Overall, the album is wordy, pretentious, and disappointing. Discover why Adriano Celentano's return album divides fans—listen to 'Il re degli ignoranti' now!

 The sound is dry, dark, reminiscent of the early Joy Division.

 It is indeed the latter who fails to give the right contribution, as his singing is too claustrophobic.

The album 8183 compiles Diaframma's early work characterized by a dry, dark post-punk sound reminiscent of Joy Division. Federico Fiumani's emerging poetic style stands out despite rawness and stereotypes. Vocal contributions from Nicola Vannini were weak, but the album still hints at the band's future potential despite production limitations. Listen to Diaframma's 8183 to discover the roots of Italian dark post-punk and Fiumani's poetic beginnings.

 The singing of Miro Sassolini appears even more baroque and always steals the show.

 This album also holds historical significance as it is the first in which Federico Fiumani tries his hand at singing.

Diaframma's third album, Boxe, marks a shift away from their initial dark sound towards a mix of punk and singer-songwriter rock. Though less varied than its predecessor Tre Volte Lacrime, it includes notable tracks such as Dottoressa, Caldo, and Un Temporale in Campagna. Miro Sassolini's vocals remain a highlight, and Federico Fiumani debuts as a singer. The CD reissue adds four less remarkable songs. Discover the evolution of Diaframma’s sound in Boxe—listen now and explore a unique mix of punk and melodic rock!

 This album is an extraordinary example of how progressive music can be revitalized without distorting it.

 An explosive mix of melody and power is created, devoid of the fussiness that often characterizes other progressive albums.

Tony Carnevale’s La Vita Che Grida is a standout progressive rock album that revitalizes the genre without losing its essence. Featuring a mix of powerful and subtle tracks, the album benefits from exceptional guest artists like Francesco di Giacomo. Despite its 70-minute length, it remains engaging throughout, successfully merging tradition with modernity and avoiding the common pitfalls of prog albums. Dive into Tony Carnevale’s 'La Vita Che Grida' and discover a fresh take on classic progressive rock today!

 An excellent debut for one of the most original formations in the Italian scene.

 The atmospheres of the album are very dreamlike, thanks to some truly extraordinary musicians.

Perigeo's debut album Azimut impresses with its original blend of jazz-rock and symphonic prog. Primarily instrumental, it features meditative, Gregorian-style vocals by bassist Giovanni Tommaso. The album creates dreamlike atmospheres supported by excellent musicianship and tight rhythms. While slightly monotonous at times, it remains an outstanding work in the Italian progressive scene. Listen to Perigeo's Azimut and experience a unique blend of jazz-rock and symphonic prog from Italy's finest!

 The song format replaces the long suites that had made the group famous.

 The songs are enjoyable to listen to, suspended between pastoral joy and underlying melancholy.

Canto Di Primavera showcases Banco Del Mutuo Soccorso's transition from long epic suites to shorter song formats. While not reaching the heights of earlier masterpieces, the album remains a solid and enjoyable listen. The keyboard work is praised, but vocals feel somewhat restrained. Notable tracks include 'E Mi Viene Da Pensare' and 'Interno Città'. Overall, it is classified as classy pop music with melodic depth. Discover the mellow charm of Canto Di Primavera and explore Banco's evolving sound today!

 The Balletto di Bronzo delivers a milestone of Italian prog that has nothing to envy even of foreign giants.

 The lyrics unfold through a mysterious concept plot, giving the whole thing an atmosphere of decadence; one of the rare examples of Italian dark progressive.

Il Balletto di Bronzo's YS is a landmark Italian progressive rock album noted for its dark, symphonic, and jazzy atmospheres. Keyboardist Gianni Leone's extraordinary skills stand out, especially remarkable given his young age. The album features a mysterious concept plot and remains a rare example of Italian dark prog. Although the band disbanded shortly after, their legacy endures with the CD's bonus track offering a softer yet beautiful sound. Dive into the dark, symphonic world of Il Balletto di Bronzo's YS and experience a true Italian prog classic!

 An album that must not be missing from any respectable CD collection.

 The sound shifts slightly towards the Canterbury scene with an excellent balance between progressive and jazz.

Camel's 1977 album Rain Dances is regarded as their masterpiece, marked by a shift towards Canterbury-influenced progressive jazz. The lineup change introducing Richard Sinclair and subtle contributions from Brian Eno add unique character. Tracks like 'First Light' and 'Elke' highlight the album's lively and refined sound. It's praised for its musical balance and is considered a must-have for prog rock collectors. Explore Camel's Rain Dances to experience a perfect blend of progressive rock and jazz influences—listen now!