rock progressivo italiano
what it is
The Italian progressive rock scene was born in the early 1970s, mostly inspired by the progressive movement in Britain, but with certain features of its own that makes some sources mention it as a separate musical genre. In the early-to-mid-1970s, Italy was one of the European countries most interested in this genre; many English bands such as Genesis, Van der Graaf Generator and Gentle Giant were discovered by the Italian public before they had consolidated a fan base in their home country. Consequently, progressive Italian groups were prolific.
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What is rock progressivo italiano?
The Italian progressive rock scene was born in the early 1970s, mostly inspired by the progressive movement in Britain, but with certain features of its own that makes some sources mention it as a separate musical genre. In the early-to-mid-1970s, Italy was one of the European countries most interested in this genre; many English bands such as Genesis, Van der Graaf Generator and Gentle Giant were discovered by the Italian public before they had consolidated a fan base in their home country. Consequently, progressive Italian groups were prolific.
What are good rock progressivo italiano albums to start with?
Try Storia di un minuto by Premiata Forneria Marconi, Alphataurus by Alphataurus, Quella vecchia locanda by Quella Vecchia Locanda, and Uomo Di Pezza by Le Orme.
Who are some women making rock progressivo italiano?
musicisforgirls.com/genres/rock-progressivo-italiano/girls lists women, non-binary artists, and bands with women making rock progressivo italiano, from mainstream to underground.
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