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Rock Progressivo Italiano

4.25 | 419 ratings

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The most famous Area album and very highly regarded here on Progarchives, although I think it is on par with not only the debut but also the second album.

The landmark composition is the first song - again featuring oriental influences and state of the art rhythm section (listen to the bass+drums) during the main motiv, this is balsam for the ears. "La mela di Odessa" has a furious organ runs supported by electric piano, bass clarinet and bass. Incredible and tight musicianship.

"Megalopoli" has a memorable organ "riff" that could well be suitable for the guitar. In other parts there are plenty of solos by each instrument except drums. Even drums show a very good variety of fill-ins. The singer shows his peak skills and high improvisional tones. "Nervi scoperti" really touches with its edgy nervous improvisation and finally, we have a furious rock guitar solo. The most catchy track with plenty of joyful atmosphere is named "Gioia E Rivoluzione". "Implosion" returns to the dense fusion theme and the bass is quite high in the mix. Compositionally not the best track but still very quality instrumentation. The unique last track is of historical importance and showcases mainly disharmonic vocal and piano abilities. Some bass and guitar also emerge in the mix.

Together with the first and second album, these are the must-have for fusion and progressive rock fans.

sgtpepper | 5/5 | 2019-9-1

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