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La Locanda Delle Fate is a Piedmontese band with quite a rich number of members; seven elements, a sort of mini orchestra! They had the opportunity to record their debut album certainly too late, after the lights on progressive rock had definitively faded. Perhaps Le Lucciole Non Si Amano Più indeed comes out in a period now beyond any assumption for the affirmation of that blend of rock mixed with romance proposed by the group.
The technical skill of the seven musicians is sufficiently appreciable and allows the group to boldly engage in musical pieces where the superimposition of themes and melodies is the main characteristic. In particular, the opening track, the instrumental A Volte Un Istante Di Quiete, and especially the track that gives the album its title and Vendesi Saggezza, display an enviable timeless freshness that is surely too underrated. The group makes extensive use of keyboards, on which an imaginative guitar is layered, at times reminiscent of Steve Hackett; even the flute plays a dominant role and ensures the whole has a fantasy-romantic collage typical of the earliest King Crimson. An album released too late and therefore labeled by most as a B-grade work... what a pity! Personally, I find it very well-crafted and imaginative; it is worth purchasing...
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Locanda delle Fate's debut album 'Forse le lucciole non si amano più' showcases the band's impressive technical skills and imaginative blend of progressive rock with romantic and fantasy elements. Despite being released too late to gain widespread recognition, the album shines through its intricate instrumentation and timeless freshness, especially in tracks like the instrumental opener and the title song. The use of keyboards, flute, and guitar reminiscent of Steve Hackett adds a unique texture, making the album a hidden gem worthy of appreciation.Tracklist Videos
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By Rainbow Rising
One of the most beautiful of those years, an example of high-level symphonic rock, on par with the great classics.
Forse le lucciole non si amano più appears in every ranking of Italian prog, right alongside the greats of the genre, exactly where it belongs.
