Locanda Delle Fate - Forse Le Lucciole Non Si
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Free Music Review: Beautiful music, top notch Italian musicianship!
Hit: 5 Stars
I will start this review of mine by saying that for some people to make such negative, superficial and narrow minded comments about this band, they must come from a background of progressive music that doesn't sound nearly as beautiful as Locanda Delle Fate, and God knows there's plenty of progressive bands out there that are just technical and their music isn't nearly as enjoyable as Locanda Delle Fate.
I won't get into any detail about every single song in it, but Locanda delle Fate, with this album, have accomplished the ultimate result, for any accomplished musician, to play incredibly articulate music that at the same time sounds so effortlessly and smoothly enjoyable and uplifting.
Some people have claimed they know of better italian progressive music out there, but they failed to mention any examples, probably out of fear of being cornered by comments of people like me, who lived in Italy and listened to progressive rock, such as Locanda Delle Fate, Le Orme, Genesis, Yes, Pink Floyd, Camel, and later Marillion, Pendragon, Spock's Beard, Transatlantic, Flower Kings.
If they wish to hear "obvious and exaggeratedly sweet melodies" in italian music, as one guy commented, go listen to Nino d'Angelo and Pupo, from the same period (late '70s). But that has nothing to do with the degree of accomplishment that Locanda Delle Fate have achieved, and sad truth is, mostly musicians like myself are able to recognize and deeply appreciate their music.
If anyone who's not a musician is able to appreciate this album, feel free to send me a line, as I would love to hear from you, too.
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Free Music Review: Among the 20 best italian prog lp's ever,apart from"NewYork"
Hit: 5 Stars
Well the right rate should be 4 stars 1/2, as for the presence of a commercial pop song,as a bonus track, entitled "New York" and also a certain F. Di Giacomo's mood,that is a strong emulation of Banco del Mutuo Soccorso !! But apart from these remarks, this album represents the romantic side of classic italian prog of the 70's, magnificently (the debut album by Acqua Fragile could be another example, this one being anyway too much Yes-oriented and less personal, despite of some great moments).The first track "A volte un istante di quiete" is already an important credential concerning this romantic grandeur of L.D.F , with the airy splendid intro at the piano, followed by the epic entering of the guitar, by means of a magical interplay in between, a bit PFM-oriented, but with a L.D.F. sound trademark !! Then there is the title track, with the quite lyrical introduction of Leonardo Sasso and the first emulation of the lightest Banco ... nevertheless the album continues to grow in dynamics, with interesting quite romantic passages suddenly broken by some tasteful symphonic breaks through and a magical interplay between the analogic synths (such as the Mini-moog)and the guitar as well. The music narration is always interesting, by maintaining the tension always quite high and sometimes very epic too; such impact makes this album absolutely essential in every prog collection !!
Free Music Review: densely orchestrated, beautifully layered Italian prog
Hit: 5 Stars
This album has to stand, along with Banco del Mutuo Soccorso's "Io Sono Nato Libero" as some of the finest European progressive music that I have ever heard. If ever a piece of music defined the term craftsmanship, either through intricate technical brilliance, detailed melodic invention, or the finest points of communication through the nuance and gradation of tone and color, then this must represent these terms to the fullest expression of any piece of progressive music that I have ever heard. Delivering surprising changes of time and direction which seem natural and eloquent; expressive and rapturous vocals, multitudes of melodic tones and shades expressed with counterpoint and beautiful balance; performed with the highest degree of technical accomplishment and precision on traditional rock instrumentation, this album is an emotionally joyous artistic experience. With dual keyboards, as well as synthesizer, moog, guitar, woodwinds, various percussion delivered with breathtaking and brisk intensity; this album is an education in music making. I may have to go on record to say that the Italian progressive music in the 1970's has some of rock music's most daring accomplishments. This album is surely not to be missed. One of my alltime favorites.Free Music Review: Lost Masterpiece
Hit: 5 Stars
This is my introduction to the world of Italian Prog Rock. Brilliant songwriting flowing with melody from pianos, flutes, guitars, bass, even harpsichords (but i think they're synthesized). Some complain about the vocals either being too strong or not strong enough - I think they're just fine, but the focus is more on the music than the vocals anyways. Track 4 has a softer duet. Most of this cd makes images in my head of walking down a street on a brisk winter day in New York City in 1977 while snowing softly and stopping in at an italian restaraunt or deli. My favorite song is the title track. The bonus track is really not essential, I usually stop at track 7 because the ending of it has the same theme as the title track and the album sounds more whole that way. This cd has sparked my interest in Italian prog rock and my collection of it will slowly grow.Free Music Review: As classic as they get
Hit: 5 Stars
For those in the know, Italian progressive rock of the 70s was in a class by itself. For the most part, the bands created a style which relied heavily on Italian musical themes of the past and Mediterenean influences in general. Unfortunately, most of the great bands only recorded one or two albums, and this is no exception. The album came out towards the end of the Italian glory days, but it is easily one of the greatest releases. Rarely does an album of this genre feature such amazing vocals, and the arrangements create a different layer of melodies everytime I listen to it. Superb recording and the extra track is as good as anything on the original release. Highly recommended for anyone dipping their foot into Italian prog.