Paola Pitagora – Sputafuoristrega (1976, LP, Italy)

Tracklist:
A1 Sputafuoristrega
A2 Frigida E Poi?
A3 Mostruoso Amore
A4 Come Una Donna
A5 Barricata Dietro Un Mal Di Testa
A6 Mamma (Uno)
B1 Mamma (Due)
B2 Batte Il Sole
B3 Verso Un Nuovo Tipo D'Amore
B4 La Più Bella Notte
B5 Spaiata
B6 La Casalinga
B7 Pensando A Nilla Pizzi

Musicians:
Alto Saxophone, Tenor Saxophone – Claudio Fasoli
Bass – Gigi Belloni
Cello – Umberto Galli
Choir – Gisella Fusi (A1)
Clarinet, Tenor Saxophone – Sergio Rigon
Clarion, Tenor Saxophone – Giancarlo Barigozzi
Drum, Percussion – Flaviano Cuffari
Flute – Pino Sacchetti
Guitar – Maurizio Martelli
Orchestrated By – Riccardo Giagni (A5)
Orchestrated By, Directed By, Music By – Roberto Colombo
Organ – Alberto Mompellio
Piano, Electric Piano – Roberto Colombo
Trombone – Palmiro Mautino
Trumpet – Angelo Faglia, Giuliano Bernicchi, Luciano Biasutti
Viola – Bruno Nidasio, Elsa Parravicini
Violin – Gianni Berlendis, Sergio Almangano
Voice – Nanni Ricordi (A1)

Giovanni Tommaso With The Healthy Food Band – La Banda Del Cibo Salutare (1970, LP, Italy)

Tracklist:
A1 Smile The (Boss) Chef Is Happy
A2 Appetizer
A3 Mixed Salad
A4 The Band Burger I
A5 Hungry
A6 The Band Burger II
A7 Easy Nourishment
A8 Country Food
B1 Cooked Blues
B2 Hors D'oeuvre
B3 Italian Pears I
B4 Classical Sauce
B5 Cannelloni
B6 Italian Pears II
B7 Five Pop Four Pudding
B8 Just The End (Plus The End)

Musicians:
Alto Saxophone, Flute – Quarto Maltoni
Contrabass – Giovanni Tommaso
Drums – Gegè Munari, Vincenzo Restuccia
Guitar – Maurizio De Angelis, Silvano Chimenti
Oboe, English Horn – Gastone Chiarini
Organ – Antonello Vannucchi
Percussion – Angelo Zappulla
Piano – Franco D'Andrea
Soprano Saxophone – Steve Lacy
Tenor Saxophone – Gato Barbieri, Livio Cerveglieri
Trombone – Dino Piana
Trumpet – Alvise Verzella, Cicci Santucci
Trumpet, Flugelhorn – Alberto Corvini
Viola – Dino Asciolla

New Perigeo – Effetto Amore (1981, LP, Italy)

Tracklist:
1. Mediterraneo 4:29
2. Tender Pacific 4:27
3. Il Lungo Film 2:47
4. Venezia (Piazza "Giammarco") 3:32
4. Effetto Amore 3:23
5. Shuffle 3:48
6. Questa Donna 4:20 
7. Ciao Papa 4:16
8. Bocca Di Notte 4:09

Musicians:
Voice, Electric bass, Choir, Percussion – Giovanni Tommaso
Tenore-Alto-Soprano Saxophone, Flute, Choir – Maurizio Giammarco
Voice, Electric & Acoustic Guitar, Choir – Carlo Pennisi
Piano, Synthesizers, Marimba, Choir – Danilo Rea
Drums – Agostino Marangolo

Perigeo – Azimut (1972, CD, Italy)

Tracklist:
1 Posto Di Non So Dove 6:12
2 Grandangolo 8:22
3 Aspettando Il Nuovo Giorno 3:55
4 Azimut 7:18
5 Un Respiro 1:30
6 36° Parallelo 9:51

Musicians:
Contrabass, Electric Bass [Arco], Voice, Music By, Arranged By – Giovanni Tommaso
Drums, Percussion – Bruno Biriaco
Electric Guitar – Tony Sidney
Piano [Pianoforte], Electric Piano – Franco D'Andrea
Soprano Saxophone, Alto Saxophone – Claudio Fasoli

Perigeo – Abbiamo Tutti Un Blues Da Piangere (1973, CD, Italy)

Tracklist:
1 Non C'È Tempo Da Perdere 8:48
2 Déjà Vu 4:58
3 Rituale 7:30
4 Abbiamo Tutti Un Blues Da Piangere 6:08
5 Country 3:03
6 Nadir 3:46
7 Vento, Pioggia E Sole 9:40

Musicians:
Acoustic Guitar, Electric Guitar – Tony Sidney
Alto Saxophone, Soprano Saxophone – Claudio Fasoli
Drums, Percussion – Bruno Biriaco
Piano, Electric Piano – Franco D'Andrea
Vocals, Bass, Double Bass – Giovanni Tommaso

Perigeo – Genealogia (1974, CD, Italy)

Tracklist:
1 Genealogia 8:24
2 Polaris 5:02
3 Torre Del Lago 3:09
4 Via Beato Angelico 4:57
5 (In) Vino Veritas 6:45
6 Monti Pallidi 4:31
7 Grandi Spazi 3:39
8 Old Vienna 3:24
9 Sidney's Call 4:58

Musicians:
Acoustic Guitar, Electric Guitar – Tony Sidney
Alto Saxophone, Soprano Saxophone – Claudio Fasoli
Drums, Percussion – Bruno Biriaco
Piano, Electric Piano – Franco D'Andrea
Synthesizer [Moog] – Giovanni Tommaso (1, 4, 8)
Vocals, Bass, Double Bass – Giovanni Tommaso

Perigeo – La Valle Dei Templi (1976, CD, Italy)

Tracklist:
1 Tamale 4:29
2 La Valle Dei Templi 6:12
3 Looping 3:03
4 Mistero Della Firefly 5:56
5 Pensieri 2:15
6 Periblo 5:04
7 Eucalyptus 0:58
8 Alba Di Un Mondo 2:53
9 Cantilena 3:55
10 2000 E Due Notti 5:35
11 Un Cerchio Giallo 4:30

Musicians:
Acoustic Guitar, Electric Guitar – Tony Sidney
Contrabass, Electric Bass, Synthesizer, Voice – Giovanni Tommaso
Drums, Percussion, Piano [Acoustic] – Bruno Biriaco
Percussion – Toni Esposito
Piano, Electric Piano, Synthesizer – Franco D'Andrea
Tenor Saxophone, Saxophone [Contralto], Soprano Saxophone – Claudio Fasoli

Perigeo – Non È Poi Così Lontano (1976, CD, Italy)

Tracklist:
1 Fata Morgana 4:44
2 Tarlumbana 7:21
3 Myosotis 2:33
4 Take Off 3:37
5 Acoustic Image 8:25
6 Terra Rossa 4:17
7 New Vienna 6:14

Musicians:
Acoustic Guitar, Electric Guitar – Tony Sidney
Arranged By, Directed By [Strings] – Pete Pedersen
Contrabass, Electric Bass, Vocals [Vocals Interventions] – Giovanni Tommaso
Drums – Bruno Biriaco
Percussion [Percussions] – Dick Smith
Piano, Electric Piano, Synthesizer – Franco D'Andrea
Tenor Saxophone, Saxophone [Contralto], Soprano Saxophone – Claudio Fasoli

Il Segno Dello Zodiaco – Il Segno Dello Zodiaco (1974, LP, Italy)

Tracklist:
A1 Hai Mai Visto 3:20
A2 Dolce Laura (Your Side Of The Bed) 3:32
A3 Vecchia Canzone Nuova 3:22
A4 Mio Padre 5:10
A5 Dormi Cara 4:00
A6 Rimpianto 3:20
B1 Solo Qualcosa In Più 4:15
B2 Un Attimo Di Gelosia 4:10
B3 Odio, Amore (Black Cat Woman) 3:35
B4 Aria D' Estate 4:00
B5 Toccata E Fuga (Dalla "Toccata E Fuga In Re Minore") 4:55

Musicians:
Gianni Borra - Vocal, Flute
Luciano Borra - Guitar
Luigi Borra - Bass
Loris Borra - Drums

A hidden gem of the 1970s Italian scene, this self-titled debut by Il Segno Dello Zodiaco is a sophisticated blend of Progressive Rock and melodic Italian Pop. Released on the iconic Ri-Fi label, the album stands out for its lush arrangements, poetic lyrics, and a distinct "dreamy" atmosphere that balances symphonic ambition with catchy hooks.
While it leans more towards the "Pop-Prog" side of the spectrum compared to heavier contemporaries, its rare original pressings are highly sought after by collectors of Mediterranean vintage sounds.

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Victor Bacchetta – Organ And Piano Victor Bacchetta (1972, LP, Italy)

Tracklist:

A1 Eruption 4:22
A2 Colour My World 4:22
A3 Fire 4:13
A4 Fire And Rain 4:04
A5 Joy To The World 3:30
B1 Introduction 3:20
B2 The Stones Of Years 3:13
B3 Feelin' Alright 5:39
B4 Lucky Man 5:07
B5 The Approaching Storm 3:18

A standout entry in the prestigious Ariston "Serie Progressive" (AR/LP/12066), this album is a masterclass in early 70s Italian instrumental music. Victor Bacchetta (Vittorio Bacchetta), a virtuoso conductor and multi-instrumentalist, delivers a dynamic performance where the Hammond organ and piano take center stage.
Backed by elite session musicians from the Ariston stable, Bacchetta blends Jazz-Rock, Classical, and Psych-Prog. The record is particularly noted for the "Eruption" suite, showcasing his technical prowess. As a rare artifact of Italy's experimental underground, original copies remain highly prized by collectors for their unique sonic texture.

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Francesco Di Giacomo – La Parte Mancante (2019, CD, Italy)

Tracklist:
1 In Quest'Aria 3:16
2 Il Senso Giusto 3:46
3 Emullà 4:07
4 La Parte Mancante 3:29
5 Luoghi Comuni 6:19
6 Insolito 4:40
7 Bomba Intelligente 2:54
8 Quanto Mi Costa 3:08
9 Lo Stato Delle Cose 4:00
10 Alì 1:34
11 In Favore Di Vento 3:40
12 Puntualizzazioni Sulla Vita 1:54
13 Cenerentola 6:40
14 4 Parti 1:06

Musicians:
Acoustic Guitar, Electric Guitar – Adriano Viterbini (6)
Bass – Danilo Fiorucci (6. 9), Toni Armetta (2)
Clarinet – Alessandro Papotto (5)
Drums – Leonardo Sentinelli (9), Maurizio Masi (6)
Drums, Percussion – Maurizio Masi (2)
Fortepiano – Rocco Tanica (7)
Guitar – Adriano Viterbini (2, 5, 8, 9, 11), Andrea Di Nunzio (9)
Guitar [Solo] – Adriano Viterbini (9)
Lead Vocals – Elio (7)
Percussion – Leonardo Sentinelli (11)
Piano, Electric Piano, Synth – Paolo Sentinelli
Toy Piano – Adriano Viterbini (10)
Trumpet, Trombone, Flugelhorn – Max Dedo (1, 2, 6, 9)
Viola – Lorenzo Rundo (2, 4, 6, 11)
Violin – Alessandra Xanto (2, 4, 6, 11), Carlo Vicari (2, 4, 6, 11), Fabiola Gaudio (2, 4, 6, 11), Gabriele Benigni (2, 4, 6, 11), Michele Campo (2, 4, 6, 11)
Violoncello – Laura Pierazzuoli (2, 4, 6, 11), Marco Simonacci (2, 4, 6, 11), Tiziano Ricci (14)
Vocals – Ashai Arop Lombardi (14), Ashai Arop Lombardi (2), Erminia Palmieri (2), Luca Attili (2), Ugo Bentivegna (2)
Vocals, Lyrics By – Francesco Di Giacomo

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Praxis – Cenerentola (1983, LP, Italy)

Tracklist:
A Cenerentola 19:28
B Praxis Suite 22:40

Musicians:
Double Bass, Electric Bass – Ilario De Marinis
Percussion – Vincenzo Mazzone
Piano – Pippo Fumaroli
Reeds – Roberto Ottaviano
Trumpet, Flugelhorn, Leader – Pino Minafra

A hidden gem of the 1980s Italian underground, Cenerentola is a masterclass in avant-garde expression. Released on the cult label Letichetta, this LP captures Praxis at the peak of their improvisational powers.

Moving far beyond the boundaries of traditional jazz, the album unfolds across two sprawling tracks of pure sonic exploration. Featuring the brilliant Pino Minafra, the performance is a tightrope walk between tension and release, blending frantic free-jazz energy with moments of haunting abstraction.

For fans of European free improv and radical Italian jazz, this is more than just a record—it’s a rare document of a scene that dared to break every rule. A must-have for serious crate-diggers and lovers of the unconventional.

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Alice – La Mia Poca Grande Età (1975, LP, Italy)

Tracklist:
1 Diciott'Anni 3:45
2 Mi Chiamo Alice 4:27
3 La Mia Estate 4:00
4 Domani Vado Via 5:01
5 Pensieri Nel Sole 5:00
6 E' Notte Da Un Po' 1:57
7 Libera 2:02
8 Una Casa Solo Mia 3:59
9 Sempre Tu, Sempre Di Più 3:58
10 Una Giornata Con Mio Padre 3:26
11 Io Voglio Vivere 5:26

Musicians:
Acoustic Guitar – Enzo Giuffrè
Backing Vocals – Dodi Battaglia, Lalla Francia, Mirella Bossi, Ornella Vanoni, Paola Orlandi
Bass – Mino Fabiano
Drums – Augusto Martelli
Drums, Percussion – Gianni D'Aquila
Guitars – Dodi Battaglia (10)
Piano, Synth [Mini Moog & Eminent], Organ, Harpsichord, Bells – Danilo Vaona

La Mia Poca Grande Età marks the official debut of Carla Bissi, soon to be known globally as Alice. Released in 1975 on the CBS label, this album is a delicate and sophisticated example of Italian pop-prog with singer-songwriter leanings.
Produced by Giancarlo Lucariello (the mastermind behind Pooh's golden era), the record features lush orchestral arrangements and a crystalline vocal performance that already hints at the powerful, deep timbre Alice would perfect in the 80s alongside Franco Battiato. Tracks like "Io Voglio Vivere" and "Diciott'anni" capture the melancholic yet hopeful essence of youth, blending classical instrumentation with the emerging synth textures of the time. It is a vital document for anyone tracing the evolution of Italian "Musica d'Autore."

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Sandeman – Love And Dance (1972, LP, Italy)

Tracklist:
A1 Sandeman 2:20
A2 Ice-Rocks 3:27
A3 Blue Label 3:06
A4 Dry Drink 2:25
A5 Good Lover 3:36
B1 Love And Dance 3:40
B2 Soft Hands 3:29
B3 Low Lights 3:05
B4 Sweet Partner 2:35
B5 Leaving You 2:23

Written-By – A. Sacchi, L. Giordano (A4, B4)

Released in 1972 on the obscure Tickle label (distributed by Phonogram), Love And Dance is one of the most enigmatic relics of the Italian "underground." While most of its contemporaries were delving into complex, heavy symphonic rock, Sandeman took a sophisticated detour, delivering a collection of Psychedelic Folk and Soft Prog tracks sung entirely in English.

Behind this "studio-only" project lies the creative duo of Andrea Sacchi — a noted guitarist and composer in the Italian library music scene — and Laura Giordano. Together, they crafted an album characterized by shimmering acoustic guitars, melodic flute passages, and a hazy, dreamlike production. The record echoes the fragile beauty of British folk-rock acts like Mellow Candle or the pastoral, whimsical charm of early Genesis (Trespass era). From the melancholic atmosphere of "Ice Rocks" to the folk-pop sensibilities of "Blue Label", this album is a mandatory listen for collectors seeking the softer, more poetic side of the 1970s Italian scene.

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Presage – Presage (1983, LP, Italy)

Tracklist:
A1 Presage 3:44
A2 Cyborg 4:09
A3 Blue Mirage 4:10
A4 Cyrce 3:44
A5 Trigger 2:50
B1 Space Runner 3:44
B2 Tibet 4:35
B3 Overglide 3:35
B4 Oddity 5:56

Musicians:
Tony Pomara: drums
Giacomo Caliolo: guitar
Pinuccio Zuppone: keyboards
Orazio Ursino: bass
Giovanni Burzomato: guitar
Producer, Composed By, Arranged By – G.P. Reverberi

A fascinating and rare piece of Italian 80s music, Presage sits at the intriguing intersection of Italian Progressive Rock and emerging New Wave/Electro-Pop. The album utilizes heavy synthesizer textures and drum machines, giving classic prog structures a sleek, futuristic, and atmospheric '80s sheen. Highly sought after by collectors of RPI (Rock Progressivo Italiano) for its unique, synth-driven sound.

Carlo Maria Cordio/ Claudio Simonetti – Aenigma/ Conquest/ Morirai A Mezzanotte (1988, CD, Italy)

Aenigma
1 Carlo Maria Cordio– Sudden Death 2:58
2 Carlo Maria Cordio– On The Dark Hill 3:12
3 Carlo Maria Cordio– Demon Knights 2:15
4 Carlo Maria Cordio– Sudden Death 2:13
5 Carlo Maria Cordio– Devil In A Red Dress 2:59
6 Carlo Maria Cordio– Science Project 3:14
7 Carlo Maria Cordio– Leaving LA 3:51
8 Carlo Maria Cordio– Imaginary Crimes 3:28
9 Carlo Maria Cordio– Opening Night 3:14
10 Carlo Maria Cordio– Search And Destroy 3:29
11 Carlo Maria Cordio– Fire And Dust 2:24
12 Carlo Maria Cordio– Run To Kill 2:32
13 Carlo Maria Cordio– Leaving LA 2:40
14 Carlo Maria Cordio– Breaking The Waves 2:12
15 Carlo Maria Cordio– Before And After 3:32
16 Carlo Maria Cordio– Tomorrow Woman 1:21
17 Carlo Maria Cordio– Fear Above Water 2:48
18 Carlo Maria Cordio– Head Over Heels 2:55
Conquest
19 Claudio Simonetti– Conquest 2:59
20 Claudio Simonetti– Flutes In The Night 2:07
21 Claudio Simonetti– Night Creatures 2:18
22 Claudio Simonetti– The Capture 1:31
23 Claudio Simonetti– The Cavern 1:04
24 Claudio Simonetti– Black Birds 1:18
25 Claudio Simonetti– Lonely Man 1:26
26 Claudio Simonetti– Funny Hunt 0:39
27 Claudio Simonetti– Dolphin 1:10
Morirai A Mezzanotte
28 Claudio Simonetti– Nichola's Death 1:54
29 Claudio Simonetti– The Smog Suspense 2:20
30 Claudio Simonetti– Black Dream 2:02
31 Claudio Simonetti– Dark Strings 0:53
32 Claudio Simonetti– Night Strings 1:02

Composed By – Carlo Maria Cordio (1 to 18), Claudio Simonetti (19 to 32)
Tracks 1 - 18 are from the soundtrack to Lucio Fulci's Aenigma, made in 1987.
Tracks 19 - 27 are from the soundtrack to Lucio Fulci's Conquest, made in 1983.
Tracks 28 - 32 are from the soundtrack to Lamberto Bava's Morirai A Mezzanotte (aka The Midnight Killer), made in 1986.

Sante Palumbo – Jazz Promotion (1978, LP, Italy)

Tracklist:
A1 Live Rock 10:38
A2 Sweeten 6:42
B1 Bartokiana 9:44
B2 Hurka! 9:47

Musicians:
Alto Saxophone, Clarinet – Guerrino Allifranchini
Drums – Tullio De Piscopo
Electric Bass – Stefano Cerri
Piano, Electric Piano, Synthesizer – Sante Palumbo

Lesiman – High Tension Vol. 1 (1973, LP, Italy)

Tracklist:
A1 Cupa Atmosfera 3:25
A2 Ricognizione Sulle Macerie 2:25
A3 Sbarramento 2:40
A4 Cammino Incerto 2:42
A5 Confine 2:30
A6 Incubo Di Prigionia 2:55
B1 Reticolato 2:33
B2 Elenco Dei Superstiti 2:10
B3 Integrazione 1:50
B4 Insidia 2:18
B5 Restless 1:28
B6 Ricatto Continuo 1:50
B7 Panico 3:40

Directed By – Lesiman
Music By – Lesiman

As the inaugural record of the series, Lesiman's High Tension Vol. 1 (1973) is a foundational document of Italian library music's darker side. Composed by Paolo Renosto with additional input from collaborators like Romolo Grano, Sandro Brugnolini, and Guido Baggiani, this album is a must-have "holy grail" for collectors.

This volume immediately establishes the defining mood of the series: anxious, often suffocating atmospheres crafted for use in film and television to underscore dramatic or oppressive scenes. The overall style is highly evocative, blending elements of experimental music with dark, hypnotic rhythms.

Tracks like "Cupa Atmosfera" (Gloomy Atmosphere) and "Ricognizione Sulle Macerie" (Reconnaissance on the Ruins) perfectly illustrate the album's focus on war themes, military action, and urban decay, utilizing sparse instrumentation, foreboding percussion, and ominous sound textures. Vol. 1 is less groovy than later entries and more relentlessly intense, serving as a masterclass in musical dread.

Lesiman – High Tension Vol. 2 (1973, LP, Italy)

Tracklist:
A1 Preludio Ossessivo 2:57
A2 Saccheggio 1:56
A3 Contatto Umano 2:30
A4 Senza Appello 2:22
A5 Inesorabile Condanna 2:27
A6 Motivo Ricorrente 1:50
A7 Sveglia Tragica 2:21
B1 Achtung! 2:13
B2 Disegno Scabroso 2:30
B3 Traffico D'Armi 2:30
B4 Conflitto 2:20
B5 Avvicinamento 2:24
B6 Furia 2:03
B7 Milano '72 2:15

Directed By – Lesiman
Music By – Lesiman

High Tension Vol. 2 (released on Vedette Records in 1973) is an earlier, equally essential entry in Paolo Renosto's (as Lesiman) series of suspense-driven Library Music.

Where Vol. 3 tended towards gritty funk, Vol. 2 often features a sound that is more experimental, leaning heavily into Psychedelic Jazz and tense, avant-garde soundscapes. The album is an immersive journey into early-70s electro-acoustic instrumentation, utilizing synthesizers, dissonant strings, and sharp orchestral percussion to build claustrophobic atmospheres.

Tracks like "Milano '72" are particularly renowned for their menacing, driving energy and hypnotic rhythms, making this volume a cornerstone for anyone exploring the dark, sophisticated underbelly of Italian Library music. It’s an ideal soundtrack for dramatic scenes of surveillance, chase sequences, or unsettling urban landscapes.