Cover of Linea 77 La speranza è una trappola - Part 1
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For fans of linea 77, lovers of italian rock and electronic music, and listeners interested in genre-blending alternative music.
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When talking about Linea 77, we talk about one of the best Italian bands, which, once again, have not disappointed.

Today I will talk to you about my favorite Linea album, the brand new "La speranza è una trappola - Parte 1"; this new album disappointed many of the old Linea fans since there is a strong presence of electronics in this album, more precisely Drum 'n Bass (easily mistaken for dubstep by those not in the know).

This, in my opinion, was actually a factor that improved the band’s work, which tested by the departure of the old singer quickly rebounded, offering us a gem like this.

The first thing I want to focus on in this mini review is the perfect combination between the electronic part and the voice in some tracks, for example in the last song "La Caduta" produced together with another group from Turin, the electronics blend perfectly with the singer’s fast verses.

The first track of the album is "Il veleno", my favorite, which with a truly fantastic text and with the voices of the two singers alternating results in something truly beautiful, almost syncopated, in short, perfect for a dance; in this song, you can feel the electronics I mentioned earlier since around 3:10 there is a Drum 'n Bass interlude that I would define as the calm before the final storm.
The fifth track, "Avevate ragione voi" is the one that in my opinion has the most important lyrics, almost seeming like a protest letter against the abuses of the powerful.

Overall, it is an album digestible for everyone, with simple rhythms but at the same time leaving us with something.

This is an EP, of 6 tracks, so I cannot go on much as I would become repetitive, but I can say that with this album, Linea 77 have recovered and can be proud to walk with their heads held high with this CD in their hands.

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This review praises Linea 77's EP 'La speranza è una trappola - Parte 1' for successfully integrating electronic Drum 'n Bass elements into their rock style. Despite initial fan doubt due to the new directions and lineup changes, the album's combination of vocal performances and electronics stands out. Highlight tracks include 'Il veleno' and 'Avevate ragione voi', the latter noted for its powerful lyrics. Overall, the EP is seen as digestible yet meaningful, marking a strong comeback.

Linea 77

Linea 77 are a Turin-based Italian band commonly described in these reviews as operating between hardcore/metal crossover and nu-metal, with two vocalists (Emo and Nitto) and a noted rhythm section. Reviewers trace early momentum through albums like Too Much Happiness... Makes Kids Paranoid and Ketchup Suicide, discuss a commercial/mainstream turn around Numb and Available for Propaganda, and debate Horror Vacui’s polished production and collaborations. Later, 10 is presented as a self-correcting return with all-Italian lyrics.
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