…QVL draw on some pretty heavy classical interludes to build their music on. Along the way we are treated to many thematic mood swings and tempo changes. This album has many standout tracks which combine the classical underground 70's Italian sound with a solid blend of tranquility and beauty. Vocals are very expressive and are full of harmonic textures.
The first release from Quella Vecchia Locanda is one of the all time Italian prog greats. This excellent debut album has a strong PFM-like attitude with loads of violin and classical themes. Songs are delicate and exceptionally well performed with warm precision. Imagine great 70's sounding keyboard work layered with flute, violin and great guitar work and you have got QVL. The band draw on some pretty heavy classical interludes to build their music on. Along the way we are treated to many thematic mood swings and tempo changes. This album has many standout tracks which combine the classical underground 70's Italian sound with a solid blend of tranquility and beauty. Vocals are very expressive and are full of harmonic textures.
Quella Vecchia Locanda were one of Italian pioneering prog acts who released 2 classic albums. QVL blend the harmonics of PFM with the gentleness of Celeste , but rely heavier on the violin throughout and less on the mellotron. There are some absolutely brilliant musical moments which must be heard to really appreciate. Truely one of the all time greatest Italian prog masterpieces.
Quella Vecchia Locanda were one of Italian pioneering prog acts who released 2 classic albums. QVL blend the harmonics of PFM with the gentleness of Celeste , but rely heavier on the violin throughout and less on the mellotron. There are some absolutely brilliant musical moments which must be heard to really appreciate. Truely one of the all time greatest Italian prog masterpieces.
…There are some absolutely brilliant musical moments which must be heard to really appreciate. Truely one of the all time greatest Italian prog masterpieces. Essential…!!!
4 CD Box set from Mellow records devoted to recounting the wonderful 1970's Italian progressive rock scene…
The 2023 album by this legendary Italian prog band is a concept album about Pangea. And also this time the guests are of great level and history such as Ricky Belloni (electric guitar - New Idea, New Trolls), Donald Lax (violin - Quella Vecchia Locanda), Tolo Marton (electric guitar - Le Orme). The cover was designed by Armando Mancini (creator in the '70s of covers for Italian prog bands such as Quella Vecchia Locanda, The Trip, Rovescio Della Medaglia, Raccomandata Ricevuta Di Ritorno and many others.