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THE REVIEW
On a hot summer day, tempted by new cerebral emotions, I went to my favorite music seller. I entered his charming store and asked:
Me: "Prog, prog, prog, prog... I want prog!
Seller: "How do you want it? Genesis style, Pink Floyd style...?"
"Me: "Well, I don't know. This time give it to me Italian, will you?"
Seller: "I see. But do you want it romantic, classic, melodic, space?"
Me: "Melodic?"
Seller: "Good, because I've just received a reissue CD from the Italian series BMG Ricordi, and it's very beautiful!"
Me: "What's it called?"
Seller: "Festa Mobile."
Me: "Festa Mobile? Never heard of it."
Seller: "Take it, you might like it."
Me: "Oh yes, and in the meantime, I'm spending 13 Euros!"
Seller: "If you want to hear good music, you have to take some risks! Don't be like the poor fools who think they know everything and know nothing."
Me: "Okay, you've convinced me! But how is it?"
Seller: "You know, I've known it for a long time, and I have to say it's not bad at all."
I went home and listened to this record. I started to gather information online and began to see and predict its past, present, and future: a very good past, a so-so present, and I won't speculate about the future!
"Diario Di Viaggio Della Festa Mobile" is a concept album dating back to 1973 by the anonymous band from Bari where an excellent catchy melody reigns accompanied by a beautiful voice. Great piano lines (double keyboard) and heavy guitar riffs in 31 minutes of pure cerebral music with jazz influences (only 5 songs). Dark atmospheres and soundscapes to suit those who want to mentally travel dreaming of an adventure made of wizards and distant lands. I wanted to give a full five to this product, but I was undecided by the lyrics which didn't seem that convincing (perhaps too imaginative for my taste). I would recommend it especially to piano enthusiasts (a must-buy) because you can hear it at great levels. It leaves you breathless!
For me, it was an excellent example of a blind purchase, indeed I must say a fine piece that I then included in my collection (story included).
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The review describes Festa Mobile’s 1973 album as a melodic Italian prog gem with excellent piano work and jazz influences. Its catchy melodies and dark atmospheres create an immersive mental journey. The lyrics were less convincing but did not detract significantly. It’s strongly recommended for piano enthusiasts and lovers of cerebral prog music. The reviewer values it as a rewarding blind purchase.Tracklist Videos
Festa Mobile
An anonymous band from Bari credited with the 1973 concept album 'Diario Di Viaggio Della Festa Mobile', noted for melodic piano lines and jazz-influenced prog arrangements.01 Reviews
