This quartet from Milan began as a beat band in 1964. They made one Italo-beat album in 1968, had a number of successful singles and then broke up - only to reform in 1971 for a brief burst of progressive glory and the release of a superb album entitled "Terra in Bocca". In addition to the band proper (guitar/keyboards/bass/drum combo), the album features guest musicians who later went their separate ways (keyboard player and composer Vince Tempera became a permanent member of IL VOLO; guitarist Marcello Dellacasa joined LATTE E MIELE; bassist Ares Tavolazzi moved on with AREA). This album is their most progressive effort featuring two long compositions (both more than 20 minutes). The music is very alternating and delivers many captivating moments: heavy compelling keyboard play, subdued acoustic guitar and emotional vocals, mellow swelling Mellotron (especially the beautiful intermezzo halfway Part Two), virtuosic piano work in the vein of Keith Emerson (but more refined) and fiery, propulsive guitar play. Despite the long running time of the two tracks, it sounds cohesive and pleasant.
Line-up / Musicians
Giacomo "Mino" Di Martino/voice,guitar
Francesco "Checco" Marsella/vocals,organ
Sergio Di Martino/vocals,bass
Sergio Enrico Maria Papes/vocals,drums
Discography(Album)
Terra in bocca (Poesia di un delitto) 1971
1.Arrivano I GigAnti
2.Giorni Di festa
3.In Paese e Festa
4.Tema
5.Summertime
6.Proposta
7.Da Bambino
8.Piri Piri Va
9.Una Ragazza In Due
10.Cara Mia
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I Giganti - Terra In Bocca (Poesia di un delitto) 1971
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