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Dieci stratagemmi

Franco Battiato · 2004

35 min · 10 tracks · new wave · opera · pop rock

A contemplative blend of electronic textures and progressive rock, layered with poetic lyrics and rich melodies.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo reflective journey
  • poetic depth for thoughtful listeners
  • contemplative moments for introspection
  • rich melodies with layers

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy tracks
  • prefer straightforward song structures

Where this album fits

Themes
philosophical dualities· Italian cultural introspection· electronic soundscapes
Career context
By the time 'Dieci stratagemmi' was released in 2004, Franco Battiato had established himself as a significant figure in Italian music since his debut in the early 1970s. This album marked a return to more eclectic arrangements after the more mainstream success of previous works, showcasing his continued evolution as an artist focused on philosophical themes.
Stylistic neighbors
Brian Eno· David Bowie· Roxy Music
Sounds like this from elsewhere
From Here to Eternity by Giorgio Moroder — Shares lush electronic textures and a contemplative atmosphere with philosophical undertones.
Secrets of the Beehive by David Sylvian — Combines rich melodies and introspective lyrics, echoing Battiato's blend of emotion and abstraction.
Rubycon by Tangerine Dream — Offers immersive electronic soundscapes that reflect deep philosophical themes in a progressive manner.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Tra sesso e castità 3:26
  • 2 Le aquile non volano a stormi 3:27
  • 3 Ermeneutica 3:34
  • 4 Fortezza Bastiani 3:21
  • 5 Odore di polvere da sparo 3:29
  • 6 I’m That 3:33
  • 7 Conforto alla vita 3:23
  • 8 23 coppie di cromosomi 3:35
  • 9 Apparenza e realtà 3:39
  • 10 La porta dello spavento supremo 3:48

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