Latte e Miele's second effort is a joyous and optimistic album. As with many Italian based keyboard trios of their era, Emerson, Lake, and Palmer provide the blueprint and influence. However, the culture of Italy takes over in various places, including the language and, yes, the Catholic church. Overall, Papillon is a rich, beautiful album. This isn't one for those who like a walk on the dark side. In hearing Papillon for the first time in ages, it's apparent to me that this should be mandatory listening during Christmas, as that's the season the music brings out. It's milk and honey at Grandma's house, after arriving there on a one horse open sleigh. Don't forget to bring a few bottles of red though...
Ownership: LP: 1973 Polydor. Wonderful textured gatefold with libretto. Mail order acquisition from Jeff Baker way back when (1988).
CD: 2001 Polydor (Japan). Papersleeve edition. Includes one inessential bonus track that is from a pop single.
Former ownership: LP: 1982 Polydor (Japan). Gatefold. Acquired from a friend in Japan (1999).
1988 (first listen); 2001; 12/28/23 (review / new entry)
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