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RESIDUOS MENTALES
Introspection
(2018 - InsideOut Music Web Promotion - Greece)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8KAvFY50YBY&list=RD8KAvFY50YBY&start_radio=1#t=0

https://residuosmentales.bandcamp.com/releases

A superior structure of divine classical cinema, mesmeric floating and caressing compositions, best described as audible paintings. Perhaps the beauty of this recording will be lost on any hyper minded, programmed being in such a hectic world, however the ones who will (and should) take the time to sit and listen, 'Introspection' brings back the peace of mind, the fully relaxed state, and the recognition of truly gorgeous music, to those who partake. For me, I hear the remnants of unforgettable gems like 'Atlantis' (1983) by Bjorn J:Son Lindh (RIP) (some catalogs listed this as Bjorn Jason Lindh for clarity),  Kitaro's 'Silk Road Suite', (originally a double album in a beautiful box, Japanese only, which was Kitaro with The London Symphony Orchestra - Conducted By Paul Buckmaster), and the best of what Richard Burmer (RIP) was doing before his heartbreaking passing.

From Athens, Greece, Stratos Morianos (piano, strings, synthesizers, percussion) and Alexandros Mantas (classical/electric/acoustic guitars, bass, flute) make up the core of the band, and do most of the composing and arranging. They are supported by: Dimitris Radis (acoustic guitar, electric guitar),  Stelios ''Primordial'' Pavlou (drums), Theo Tsigourakos (violin), Βαγγέλης Σπανακάκης (Vangelis Spanakakis), who also produced the album and helped mix it (vocals on track 7, synthesizer on track 1 & 5, and kazoo on track 5), and Fifi Alexopoulou (cello). Morianos (who is associated with Verbal Delirium - an incredible band, by the way) and Mantas came together in 2012, and composed an abundance of material. After four years, this is the result, and a beautiful thing it is.

The You Tube clip provided at top will give you an overview of the album, and the bandcamp link is where you can listen and buy. And if you want to keep music like this alive, then please purchase it. Although the duo included Greek music, 70's progressive rock, and cinematic influences, the ingredients became much larger, and the music took on a life of its own. While much in the vein of a dreamy soundtrack, the moments surround the listener like a misty cloud of warm rain, and cuddle the ears with fond emotions. This could easily be original music to the movie we all fantasize of our lives. Simply gorgeous, with a delicate and loving web cast over you that may make you cry at times. RECOMMENDED.

  ©Reviewed by Lee Henderson 4 - 22 - 2019

 
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ACQUA FRAGILE
Moving Fragments
(2023 - Maracash - Italy)


https://maracashrecords.bandcamp.com/album/moving-fragments


  A group who have the uncanny talent of keeping their classic  sound along with staying up tpo date. This amazing return is from 1970's Italian progressive rock outfit, with frontier man lead vocal Bernardo Lanzetti, who made this band and some PFM albums so specifically brilliant. At this decade, to expect more beauty would be a fantasy, yet it is set before your ears, even with the first notes, this masterpiece of Italian, (and not only Italian) progressive rock that certainly grasps the notion of what the genre of "progressive" was always meant to be. ACQUA FRAGILE create another sweetly classic knockout recording, not with even a heavy breath of past to present effort.  In fact, it sounds and feels more authentic than ever.  Bernardo sounds as if he never aged a week, and all muscians present are at full force, not passing up the chance to make another massively classic album.   An album to put Acqua Fragile at the top of the few chosen progressive rock choices of all time. The first song ('Her Shadlows Torture' 05:52 - editors note:  A misspell on the 'Shadows' which is on Bandcamp at this writing - but is correct as 'Her Shadow's Torture' on physical CD)  hug you and give all relief, as to any possible doubts of a long awaited fourth album by this top notch Italian band. I claim it will leave your heart lay bleeding. Grab the spectral energy and enjoy a glimpse of beautiful cocoon birth.

  Not one song is with sacrifice, even a wink of lamb. In fact, some elements are added to further enchance and stun the audience, such as inclusive female vocals by Rossella Volta. The bulk of the outfit is Piero Canavera (drums, percussion, vocals),  Franz Dondi (bass), Bernardo Lanzetti (lead vocals, guitar, Glovox),  Stefano Pantaleoni (keyboards),  Claudio Tuma (guitars), with special aid by (aforementioned vocalist Rosella Voita) ,  Gigi Cavalli Cocchi - drums (1,6),  Sergio Ponti - drums (4,9), Stef Burns- guitar (2),  Brian Belloni - guitar (4),  Davide Piombino - 7 string guitar (5),  and David Jackson - sax & flute (6). Could you ask for more?   After one listen you cannot want more. Thank Maracash label (Italy) for standing behind so many great Italian artists who have done the blood, sweat, and tears in earlier years, and deserve the attention now.
Although the band name translates to 'Fragile Water', it might be better described as Precious Water at this point and time in our decreasingly cared for world. Perhaps even better, Rare Water. The beauty of this entire recording is apparent, true, sincere, and a step forward. Better than one would dream of, past the point of how all old fans could imagine, and  actually done in the upper atmospheres of what anyone could have dreamed of. Everyone is top notch and most of all, Lanzetti is 100% present, making it another masterpiece.  It is my deep recommendartion for all fans of both classic progressive rock and the new fields of progressive music to give this a direct and full attention (no distractions) listen. RECOMMENDED.
  ©Reviewed by Lee Henderson 1 - 19 - 2024


 

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