1977: was the year in which Italian Progressive Rock was closing its vital cycle, though there were still two masterpieces of its kind to be released: one is the famous Locanda delle Fate, while the second was left for too long in the vaults, as it has never been reissued for almost 40 years: we talk of Robert Genco’s “Beyond the life”.<\/p>\n
Given that the drummer Robert Genco must not be confused with Robert Genco of ‘Genco Puro and co, “Beyond the Life” is a wonderful prog rock album, where the drummer blends Italian prog, with an ultra-sophisticated jazz-rock. The influences are kaleidoscopic, with the opening track (Angoscia) that runs through the streets of jazz prog at its best: James Senese and Napoli Centrale, Osanna, but also Perigeo. The title track “Beyond the Life” could almost be described as a tribute to the PFM,
\nwhile “All recomposes” is prog rock close to Yes and Genesis. The B-side is a long suite which summarizes the influences cited before, by adding flavors of Chick Corea, Dedalus, Canzoniere del Lazio, but with an extremely progressive drumming.
\nA gem of rare beauty, finally rediscovered!<\/p>\n
Paperlseeve package with extended liner notes. With two bonus tracks!<\/p>\n
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