Another great entry from Italy. Intricate and complex, melodic and enjoyable. The style is a symphonic
rock with arrangements and developments that make the most out of a rich and varied instrumentation. The delicate melodic work, shared by vocals, keyboards, guitars and flute, is supported by dynamic rhythms to create a sound that alternates from acoustic to electric.
1977's "Forse Le Lucciole Non Si Amano Piu" is a beautiful masterpiece that few other albums
can match. LOCANDA DELLE FATE were a 7-piece band consisting of two keyboardists, two guitarists, a bassist, a drummer, and a singer. Unfortunately, they began their careers as a band just as prog was starting to die in Italy.
After the album was released, the band found little to no demand for live performances and little
interest for their music. So after a short tour, and a couple of failed singles, they quit. The music here is colorful in a symphonic way, and emphasizes intensely melodic interaction from the various instruments.
What really impresses me about this recording is the attention that went into detail. I'm still discovering new melodies, countermelodies, and harmonies every time the CD gets played. Themes are stated,
developed, go through variations, and resolved in such a majestic manner that it's tough to compare LDF to other bands. Leonardo Sasso, the singer, reminds me a bit of Ian ANDERSON. His voice is warm, and at times close to operatic. Overall, music doesn't get much better than this! Fans of lush, complex symphonic progressive rock will adore "Forse Le Lucciole Non Si Amano Piu". This cd is sort of a final fulfillment of the potential of the symphonic progressive rock style. A masterpiece!!!
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Leonardo Sasso / lead vocals
Alberto Gaviglio / electric, 12-string & acoustic guitars, vocals
Ezio Vevey / electric, 12-string & acoustic guitars, flute, vocals
Michele Conta / piano, electric piano, Polymoog synth, harpsichord, clavinet
Oscar Mazzoglio / Hammond organ, Fender electric piano, Moog & Polymoog synths
Luciano Boero / bass, Hammond organ
Giorgio Gardino / drums, vibraphone
Locanda Delle Fate – Forse Le Lucciole Non Si Amano Più
Label: Polydor – 519 389-2, Mellow Records – 519 389-2
Format: CD, Reissue 1990
Country: Italy
Released: 1977
Genre: Rock
Style: Prog Rock
TRACKS
01. A Volte Un Istante Di Quiete 6:30
02. Forse Le Lucciole Non Si Amano Più 9:49
03. Profumo Di Colla Bianca 8:23
04. Cercando Un Nuovo Confine 6:39
05. Sogno Di Estunno 4:40
06. Non Chiudere A Chiave Le Stelle 3:34
07. Vendesi Saggezza 9:36
BONUS TRACKS
08. New York 4:32
09. Nuove Lune 4:14
I have it. Maybe you understand why i don't have a computer ? Many decades of music, a lot of stuff.
ReplyDeleteI saw them live in Italy in the mid eighties.
DeleteI hope they were still good at that time?
DeleteI don't remember many things, because I was very stoned. Ha 😂 Ha!
DeleteSomewhat different music: i recently discovered BAREFOOT (72) today. Essentially a country rock lp similar to THE BAND. The Amerikans R. Hawkin, the band's leader, was also in the founding and success of THE BAND ( as well as J. Joplin Full Tilt Band). The result is a very nice lp with echoes of N. Young. That's assuming you like that music. The following-up Friends with...is more straightforward, but also a cool lp.
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ReplyDeleteThis is quite a masterpiece ! I've got it but there are 2 extra bonus tracks here that I don't have. So thanks a lot.
ReplyDeleteThere's also an album released in 1999 called "Homo Homini Lupus" which is in the same vein.
Thank you for your comment. I have the 1999 album, plus 2 Live albums. The first one was released in 1977.
DeleteThis Is one of my favourite progressive album. It's a magic atmosphere. Wonderful vocals and piano. Full of inspiration
ReplyDeleteI didn't know that BRUCE JOYNER died in March of this year. For me, he was one of the most influential and favorite musicians of the entries 80s. I LOVED HIS MUSIC SO MUCH !
ReplyDeletePlayed it to death. Greg Shaw promoted him in the beginning. He was more popular in Europe than in the USA, especially in France. What a shame for such a great musician. To sad.