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Nuova Idea – Clowns (1973) (@256)
12 Oct 2009
(Review from vintageprog.com, progarchives.com)
Their third album sees yet another guitarist change in the line-up. In “Clowns”, the particular (and disturbing, to some listeners) voice of the newcomer adds an original touch to a majestic instrumental background. At times the vocals sound harsh, overly emotional, typical of French bands (Mona Lisa-like) but majority of the vocals are in softer, Italian style (PFM-like).
The riff on the opening track will remind you a little of Gentle Giant’s “Prologue” and it is symphonic progressive of a kind most progressive rock fans will enjoy, just as the rest of the album. The songwriting and arrangements are great.
The title track has some very symphonic and grandiose parts which gets relived by the more aggressive vocal-parts. “Il Gardino Dei Sogni” and “Una Vita Nuova” are both tracks of melodic progressive at its best. Very strong melodies and themes.
The band split after the release of this album.
Line-up:
- Claudio Ghiglino / guitar, vocals
- Giorgio Usai / keyboards
- Enrico Casagni / bass, flute, vocals
- Paolo Siani / drums, vocals
- Ricky Belloni / guitar, vocals
Track List:
01. Clessidra – 5:28
02. Un’Isola – 8:04
03. Il Giardino Dei Sogni – 5:21
04. Clown – 10:42
05. Una Vita Nuova – 5:22
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