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Aton's: Capolinea
2002, MUSEA FGBG 4448.AR
CyberHome: http://www.MuseaRecords.com

Capolinea is a progressive rock release from the Italian group Aton's. The album features some progressive compositions that involve complex arrangements and some intensive guitar segments. The instrumental section, though probably the most interesting part of the album, is a backdrop for the vocals of Pietro Ratto. Be it from a cultural gap or for some other reason, the vocals seem to detract from the music that is of otherwise decent caliber. The guitar work has some merit to it with the intensive compositions that it traverses that demonstrate some good depth to the guitar skills involved. As far as a standard rock format goes, the compositions far exceed typical radio rock with the depth of instrumentalism involved. But, relative to many of the modern virtuosos, the lead playing is not comparable to the best, though not it is not without its moments of satisfaction. The playing for the rhythms, involved progressions, and complex themes is notable, as well, and is undoubtedly the forte of the album.

The musical style is a combination of classical organ work that is fused with fluid, quickly moving arrangements that are centered around diatonic tonality that hit a good groove consistently. But, the thoughtful progressions, lively rhythms and accessible themes are complex enough to keep them interesting and to keep the music moving along nicely. Also, the selective tones that are used to voice the musical ideas are well-conceived and add a good dimension to the music.

Overall, I found the music on Capolinea to be enjoyable, but the vocals were a serious drawback to the album. It seems a shame that the instrumental effort is as strong as it is only to be burdened with bad vocals. Still, some listeners may be able to bear the vocals to listen to the high energy, intensive instrumentalism that underlies it to enjoy that aspect of the album. Fortunately, the vocals do not appear throughout the album.

Players:  
Voce, Chitarre, Tastiere, Testi e Musiche Pietro Ratto
Basso Vito Frallonardo
Batteria Riccardo Lombardo
Tracks:
1) Introduzione - Star
2) La Fanciulla e l'Albero
3) Oltre me
4) All'Ingresso
5) Il Fratello
6) Capolinea
7) Come Me
8) Sonata
9) Sempre Solo

~ Christopher Ruel ~ www.ChrisRuel.com ~ Chris@ChrisRuel.com ~ Chris Ruel's Monthly Spotlight



EER-MUSIC.com Editor's note: I was really getting into this music while visiting with my staff reviewer, Chris -- and then the vocals started . . . uh-oh. Time for a new singer methinks. Sorry, but one weak link in the chain and it all falls away . . . or as Frank Zappa espoused, "Shut up and play yer guitar!" nyuk, nyuk
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