Freedom

A Lombardy-based hard rock trio led by guitarist Marco Cases, with Demis Bianchi (bass) and Ivo Carrozzo (drums). Their second album Crossfire was released in 2003; the band disbanded in 2006 and has reunited occasionally. They achieved regional success around Canton Ticino and parts of Como.

Guest keyboardist Neil Otupacca appears on two tracks of Crossfire; the album shows strong influences from Deep Purple, Gotthard and classic hard rock, and contains tracks noted in reviews such as "Be My Woman," "Miss Lap Mess," "Scratch That Itch," "Strings Of Steel," "Love and Daylight," and "Climb The Mountain." The CD packaging was released in a digipak.

Freedom is an Italian hard rock trio led by guitarist Marco Cases. Their 2003 album Crossfire is technically strong and rooted in classic hard rock influences. The band had regional success around Canton Ticino and Como, disbanded in 2006 and reunites occasionally. Review highlights standout tracks such as "Be My Woman" and notes guest keyboard contributions by Neil Otupacca.

For:Fans of classic hard rock, collectors of regional Italian rock, listeners who appreciate guitar virtuosity.