HEARTQUAKE / REDUX

If you're looking for some good old classic progressive rock you can't miss this Leviathan album. Born in the mid-80s in Rome, they were among the first bands in Italy to join the new wave of Prog Rock. Originally recorded in 1988, Heartquake is the reissue of the band's debut album of the same name. Of the original lineup, only the vocalist, Alex Brunori and percussionist Andrea Monetta remained, to whom were added Andrea Amici (keyboards, in the band since 1990), the guitarist Fabio Serra and the Sienese bassist Andrea Castelli fresh from the experience with Il Rovescio della Medaglia, one of the most iconic bands of the prog rock scene made in Italy. The result is an album with a classic sound but extremely original. From the first song we understand the solidity of the band which manages to perfectly calibrate virtuosity and groove. The references to Genesis' style are evident without losing originality and freshness. The second piece is extremely interesting and brings to mind bands like Cressida or Camel. The title track is also excellent in which the band's chemistry is evident. An excellent album, well recorded and worthy of five stars. My hope is to be able to hear a new work from the Italian band soon. FabArt