TRANSPARENCIAS

I've been on a musical journey through the marvelous world of Argentina's 70s Progressive Rock and discovered an amazing band, Músicos Independientes Asociados (MIA). Active mainly in the 70s, MIA was formed by the multi-instrumentalist Vitale siblings: Lito on keyboards and Liliana on percussion and vocals, along with Nono Belvis on bass and vocals, Daniel Curto on guitar, and Juan Del Barrio on piano and drums.

MIA combines all the elements to stand out in the progressive rock scene: epic tracks, complex compositions, acoustic passages, and a vast collection of analog keyboards. Their style ranges from symphonic influences like Emerson, Lake & Palmer, Yes, and Genesis, while maintaining a lot of originality.

Their debut album, Transparencias, shines with its ambitious experimental compositions, where each track unfolds like a story, delving into a world of sonic exploration. The band's impressive instrumental work, with outstanding bass lines that fit perfectly with the complexity of the drums, guitar, and keyboard passages, makes Transparencias a great listening experience. Every member of the band is a multi-instrumentalist, which adds to their remarkable musicality.

Lito Vitale, a piano virtuoso, was only 14 when he recorded keyboards for Transparencias, and he was already an incredible player. His sister Liliana, at 16, also played keyboards, percussion, flute, and sang. While the siblings were the heart of MIA, they were surrounded by a collective of highly skilled conservatory-trained musicians.

Transparencias is an instrumental album. It opens with "Reencontrando El Camino," a fantastic start with fast-paced piano work. "El Casamiento De Alicia," perhaps the best track, is full of electric passages, featuring great keyboard solos and ending with Edward Elgar's Pomp and Circumstance. "Imagen II" begins with an acoustic guitar, blending beautifully with piano and synthesizers. "Contrapunto Rítmico" is another electric track featuring excellent drum and bass interplay, ending with a drum and bass solo. The title track, "Transparencias," closes the album with 20 minutes of pastoral sounds, vocals, guitars, and brilliant keyboard sections.

MIA's music is not only innovative but also deeply personal. The themes explored in Transparencias resonate with introspection and connection, making it a timeless piece in the progressive rock genre. Transparencias is a captivating experience that captures the essence and evolution of progressive rock in Argentina.

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