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Guldbamsen
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I´m with you regarding the whole rating system. How could one ever put a price tag/value/currency on something you love so dearly? I´ve got a truckload of albums I´d probably rate 2*, but each of them contains one or two pieces of music that I would trade my life in for. Melos is actually one of the few RPI albums, where I totally agree with Jim
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seventhsojourn
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I'm a bit late with this but thanks to everyone for the nice comments re Ianva.
@Lizzy - have you heard L'Oblio by Amanita? I think you'd enjoy that one, lots of great flute.
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seventhsojourn
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Sorry, there's no known cure for my bad taste! Just kidding, I know you're only pulling my chain. I don't put too much emphasis on ratings these days (I guess you don't either) and I'd actually be happy to post reviews without ratings. I only gave the Cervello album 3* as well, and the L'Uovo di Colombo a mere 2*.
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Finnforest
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Thanks Guldbam. I hope more people write about that one. Todd, I think its a 5 for me too. I wish the sound were better though. It's OK but sounds muffled to me. If there's a Japan mini on that one, I might have to splurge.
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Todd
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Jim, I'm with you. That album is in my view as good as the first three, though not as accessible. In my book, their first four are five star masterpieces.
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Guldbamsen
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I love his voice on this album! Either they recorded it better, or he finally reached his full potential. I´m inclined to think the former myself. Great review you did on Grand Turismo Veloce! I´m really looking forward to that release.
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Finnforest
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Vault Pick: This is a fantastic album. Gets less attention than their first three, but in my opinion is of the same quality level. Beautiful. Pretty much secures Banco as my favorite of the big 3.
If you enjoy Banco's more popular titles, do not miss this one. It's a grower, it takes a little more time to reveal its beauty, but it will.
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Guldbamsen
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^^I´ve been looking for that particular album myself
Just got into Arti e Mestieri through The Trip. I thought the drummer was excellent, and I am such a sucker for meaty drummers, - and sure thing found out he had gone on to play for a fusion group. Got the one with the ballet shoes, and was totally blown away! Many fusion groups lack melody, but got loads of chops IMO - these guys got both. A jazzy version of PFM? BTW - Chris, I can´t believe you rated my favorite Battiato album 3*. Might have to fix up a doctor´s appointment for you...
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seventhsojourn
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toroddfuglesteg
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I hope to do a review sometimes next month.... |
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Nightfly
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Wow! An original copy of the L'uovo Di Colombo album just went on ebay for £847!
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Nightfly
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Yes, that's pretty much it really, a very nice album but just a little too tame for its own good at times. I do have a preference for the wilder stuff.
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Nightfly
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^ You won't regret it. |
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colorofmoney91
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I've been listening to Semiramis for about two months now, and it's quickly becoming one of my favorites.
I'm thinking about ordering Three Monks' debut album as well. The concept sounds wonderful.
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dreadpirateroberts
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Thanks, Nightfly! I've been reviewing a few albums, nice to see someone notice one :) Reviewing the things you love, and trying to be objective is damn tough. As tough as I feared it would be, but still, finding it a good challenge. So for you, what do you think is the key downfall? The syrup? I always finish listening to it and think, damn, I wish that they'd blasted a hole in the sky with even one song there! But I do love the opener. And I loved this opening line from Jim's review "The very best of Italy, or elevator prog?" I can definitely see that! (though if I ever heard prog in any elevator I'd have to find the building manager and shake their hand or something hahaha) Edited by dreadpirateroberts - June 07 2011 at 08:36 |
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Finnforest
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Lizzy, if you love the heavy organ sound and classical music influence, you will love the Three Monks. |
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Nightfly
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Not an essential album IMO but a good late entry of the seventies wave. Nice review
Forse Le Lucciole Non Si Amano Più Locanda Delle Fate Rock Progressivo Italiano Review by dreadpirateroberts In three words, 'a beautiful album.' Not necessarily daring, nor wild, but truly accomplished.
Locanda Delle Fate's Forse Le Lucciole... is a cohesive and thoughtful collection of songs that displays fine musicianship all around, and the usual wonderful melodrama expected from classic RPI. One of the more soothing albums out there, it's not going to be your cup of tea if you like a lot of grit or agression in your prog. Opening strong, with the two best tracks, 'A volte...' and 'Forse...' we have a promising two-punch. The stirring piano and tight kit work throughout 'A volte' make up one of my favourite moments in progressive rock, and it's the perfect instrumental introduction to the band. Melodic and richly textured, it's a treat for keyboard lovers - as is the rest of the album. 'Forse...' starts in ballad mode and we get our first taste of Leonardo Sasso's warm voice. It isn't until halfway through the song that he allows some fire to enter his performance, and it is all the better for it. Generally, the harder moments are reserved for guitar and drums, and are scattered throughout each song, but are produced so cleanly that they loose some edge. Whereas flute is mostly employed for quieter moments, the wall of keyboards are used to add effective texture or to take the lead. While never becoming frenzied, there's always something interesting going on from the synths, moog and the piano especially, As has already been stated by many, this album looses some steam in its second half, despite some memorable guitar toward the end in 'Vendesi saggezza' and the great 'Sogno di Estunno' (my pick of the second half) with its energy, concision and excellent transitions. Perhaps the chief issue for many with the record, is that it can be a little treacly overall - basically the whole collection of songs have so many moments of beauty that is can overwhelm you. Only 4 stars if you like gentler progressive music, otherwise a 3. (As a side note, bonus track 'New York' doesn't really fit the feel of the rest of the album.) Edited by Nightfly - June 06 2011 at 13:56 |
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Lizzy
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Well don't mind if I do. Thanks! Ianva look promising as well. |
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TheH
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Hi,
I'm very happy to see IANVA getting some attention at last!!!!!
They deserve it a lot, both their albums are marvelous and very unique in their mix of styles.
Among the most fascinating dicoveries in music for ne in the last time.
Three Monks was just rereleased by Black Widow (with a different cover). So there you can get your fix of church organ overkill!
Also looking forward to this one:
TheH
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dreadpirateroberts
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Cool, so now I know who else, aside from everyone here right now, who to thank for RPI being given it's own identity (in regards to a genre) as, at the very least, as an organisational tool, it is very helpful when searching and trying to expand your collection. And to that end, thank you also, for all your recommendations, Jim, awesome. Much to investigate. And to everyone else here who's ever posted a review on the site (RPI & otherwise), you rock. Makes my life better, as you've introduced me to over a dozen groups/albums! |
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