I Giganti

Italian beat group active in the 1960s–1970s, known for the hit "Mettete dei fiori nei vostri cannoni" and for the 1971 concept album "Terra in bocca".

Terra in bocca (1971) is a concept album on the theme of the mafia, subtitled "Poesia di un delitto"; the story was written by Piero De Rossi. The album was released with artwork linked to the Cramps label (Gianni Sassi) and was reportedly boycotted after publication. The review notes guest musicians on the record including Ares Tavolazzi, Marcello Della Casa, Ellade Bandini and Vince Tempera, and mentions Sergio De Martino as a lead voice.

The available review highlights 'Terra in bocca' (1971) as an extraordinary but uncomfortable concept album about the mafia. It notes the album's combination of Italian song tradition and progressive elements, guest musicians, and difficult release history. The record was reportedly boycotted and contributed to the group's disbandment; later reissues followed.

For:Fans of Italian 1960s beat and 1970s progressive rock; collectors of concept albums and Italian pop history