Jus Primae Noctis

Jus Primae Noctis is a Genoa-based progressive rock group noted for a classic 1970s Italian prog sound; the review of their album Istinto highlights strong keyboards, melodic songwriting and notable guest musicians.

The review states the band had three self-produced albums prior to Istinto, which were scheduled to be reissued in 2020. Lineup and guest musicians mentioned in the review include Beppi Menozzi, Marco Fehmer, Pietro Balbi, Mario Riggio, Diego Banchero, Luca Scherani, Renzo Luise, Alex "Pacho" Rossy and Matteo Scarpettini.

The provided review praises Istinto as a warm, cohesive record in the tradition of 1970s Italian prog. The album is noted for strong musicianship, prominent keyboards, melodic songwriting rearranged in a prog/symphonic style, and standout tracks such as "Quarto" and the suite "Una storia." The reviewer highlights guest contributions and anticipates reissues of earlier self-produced albums.

For:Fans of 1970s-style Italian progressive rock, symphonic prog listeners, and followers of the Genoa prog scene.