Etna is quite simply a powerful instrumental heavy fusion album with light progressive rock touches. Elements of Return to Forever, Mahavishnu Orchestra, and fellow countrymen Perigeo and Il Baricentro abound. The proggier elements cross over into Arti & Mestieri territory. In particular I'm quite fond of the inventive bass work and the busy drumming. Essential for the style I'd submit.
Ownership: CD: 1994 Mellow. Jewel case with no info.
One of those CDs I picked up real time as I was chasing every obscurity I could get my hands on. Especially from Italy. Originals remain out of range, and even this CD is now fetching large sums. Probably all I'll ever need unless an original becomes easily attainable.
1994 (first listen); 2003; 6/5/24 (review / new entry)
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