Metamorfosi

The Profile

Metamorfosi are an Italian progressive rock band from Rome, formed in 1970 by vocalist Davide “Jimmy” Spitaleri and keyboardist Enrico Olivieri with Roberto Turbitosi and Gianluca Herygers. After ...e fu il sesto giorno (1972) and the acclaimed Inferno (1973, Vedette), they disbanded, reuniting in 1995 and releasing Paradiso (2004). The group is noted for Dante-inspired concept suites and prominent keyboards; later releases include Purgatorio.

Roman Italian prog band; core members include Jimmy Spitaleri (voice, flute) and Enrico Olivieri (keyboards), with Roberto Turbitosi (bass/guitar) and Gianluca Herygers (drums). Inferno (1973, Vedette) adapts Dante with contemporary social themes; Paradiso (2004) continues the project with lighter textures and suite form. Instruments highlighted include mellotron, moog, harpsichord, piano, and powerful bass/drums.

Metamorfosi are an Italian progressive rock band from Rome, famed for adapting Dante’s Divine Comedy to music. Their landmark album Inferno (1973, Vedette) blends gothic atmospheres, mellotron/keyboard fireworks, and social commentary. The band reformed in 1995 and issued Paradiso in 2004, shifting to luminous, airy textures while keeping the suite format. Reviews celebrate their originality and place among Italian prog greats.