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Andis 
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 Posted: February 22 2014 at 11:49 |
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This is so sad news. Banco was one of my favourite bands of all time.
In all this sadness, I am glad that I in the summer of 2012 decided to fly down from Sweden to Rome, Italy, to see Banco live in concert. I said to my wife that I have to see these guys live once in my lifetime (she kind of liked the idea of three days in Rome). Said and done, we went to see them the same day Italy played the semi-final in the world cup of football, so the band and the audience first watched the game together, then they played the concert. I fantastic moment.
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"Be yourself. The world worships the original." - Ingrid Bergman
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maryes
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Posted: February 22 2014 at 15:07 |
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Oh... Sad News, Francesco Di Giacomo is my favorite vocalista in RPI.
I pray for his spiritual illumination !!!
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paolo.beenees
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Location: Italy
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Posted: February 22 2014 at 15:53 |
They are singing at my funeral The ones who are mourning maybe don't know that for years I've been searching for myself And step by step, with thorns in my feet, so tired I've come to the wizard's garden...
Ciao Francesco
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moshkito
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Location: Grok City
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Posted: February 22 2014 at 17:13 |
Hi,
You know, one of the wonderful things in life is knowing that you heard this almost 40 years ago, and they have been your friend forever since.
It's hard to not shed a tear and write these words, but I feel like a mom ... I don't want to see any of my children go before I do. I love you all too much!
Thanks so much for some lovely, wonderful and outstanding music.
Love, live and rest in total peace!
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Music is not just for listening ... it is for LIVING ... you got to feel it to know what's it about! Not being told!
www.pedrosena.com
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proggman
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Posted: February 22 2014 at 18:45 |
Io Sono Nato Libero. I just wanna say that I am new to Banco del Mutuo Soccorso, but he was a fantastic vocalist. Requiescat in pace. 
Edited by proggman - February 23 2014 at 16:18
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When he rides, my fears subside.
For darkness turns once more to light.
Through the skies, his white horse flies.
To find a land beyond the night.
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DanthraX
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Location: Venezuela
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Posted: February 22 2014 at 21:31 |
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I look up, I'm almost blinded
by the warmth of what's inside me
and the taste that's in my soul,
but I'm dead inside as I stand alone...
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Dayvenkirq
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Posted: February 22 2014 at 21:58 |
No-o-o-o-o! Goddammit. Sucks.
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Seriously, it's sad to know that one of the greatest prog singers has left us. Auto accident?
But hey, ... everyone goes at some point. Can't have everyone around. 67.
Tanto amore. RIP.
Edited by Dayvenkirq - February 22 2014 at 22:04
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Prog_Traveller
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Posted: February 22 2014 at 22:18 |
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Ok this is the kind of thread I was looking for on here. Glad someone started one.
Anyway, very sad news indeed. I saw Banco once live and they were great. Not much else to say at this point. A great loss for prog fans. RIP Francesco.
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mithrandir
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Posted: February 23 2014 at 03:53 |
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weept...
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Prog-jester
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Posted: February 23 2014 at 04:41 |
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Requiescant in pace, Francesco
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Tapfret
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Posted: February 23 2014 at 07:47 |
This is terrible news.
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prog61
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Posted: February 24 2014 at 02:50 |
I am very sad, a piece
of my musical life is gone. "Big" was the great Italian rock (and
not only) singer of all times. I do not remember how
many times I've seen the “Banco” live; the last time was a year ago in
Florence, and the voice of Francesco was exactly the same as 40 years ago. Thank you,
"Big", your magic notes will shine forever in all of us...
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AtomicCrimsonRush
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Posted: February 24 2014 at 04:10 |
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I loved all the albums he sung on - this is tragic indeed. But a wonderful legacy has been left behind with those Banco albums.
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geekfreak
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Posted: February 24 2014 at 05:20 |
news. RIP Francesco Di Giacomo
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Friedrich Nietzsche: "Without music, life would be a mistake."
Music Is Live
Two people are better off than one, for they can help each other succeed.
Keep Calm And Listen To The Music…
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Warthur
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Posted: February 24 2014 at 05:26 |
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Only just heard. There's a lot of competition for "best RPI band" but I defy anyone to find a vocalist in the scene who could beat out Francesco at his best. Simply irreplaceable.
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Olape
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Posted: February 24 2014 at 11:12 |
So tragic news! 
Francesco, you will continue forever between us!!
My condolences to your family.
R.I.P.
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moodyxadi
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Posted: February 24 2014 at 17:34 |
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Sadly one of the greatest singers of prog rock (and popular music in general) has passed away. I admit I had a hard time getting used to his voice but when I finally got it it really opened my ears to a wonderful band. rest in Peace, signore.
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Bach, Ma, Bros, Déia, Dante.
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MFP
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Posted: February 24 2014 at 18:33 |
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Sad news. RIP Francesco.
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Ivan_Melgar_M
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Posted: February 26 2014 at 09:45 |
I'm devastated.
The best voice in Prog has been silenced in a stupid car accident.
Rest in Peace Francesco.
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YoshiPK
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Posted: February 28 2014 at 12:17 |
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R.I.P....The farewell messages from the great prog peer artists just made me be realize how great Mr Giacomo was. Japan is expecting B.M.S. coupled by La Maschera di Cera/Hostsonaten in mid April. Those who bought the tickets are waiting for the official announcement from the organization. I still cannot believe this sad news. As fans, we fully respect the band's decision...pray for the soul of Mr Giacomo, his family and friends, and the B.M.S. Grazie e ciao!
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