Scacchi e tarocchi
Francesco De Gregori · 1985
33 min · 10 tracks · folk rock · canzone d'autore
A poetic blend of folk rock and Italian storytelling enveloped in evocative melodies.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo reflective moments evocative melodies for storytelling poetic lyrics inviting contemplation
- Context
- Released in 1985, 'Scacchi e tarocchi' marks Francesco De Gregori's fifth studio album, following his acclaimed work 'Rimmel' from 1975. At this point in his career, De Gregori was solidifying his status as a leading figure in Italian cantautore music, known for blending literary lyrics with engaging melodies.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Vasco Rossi· Gianna Nannini· Edoardo Bennato· Patty Pravo· Roberto Vecchioni· Luciano Ligabue· Laura Pausini· Zucchero
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 La storia Standout 2:29
- 2 Scacchi e tarocchi Standout 4:45
- 3 I cowboys Standout 3:02
- 4 Ciao ciao 2:36
- 5 Poeti per l’estate 3:18
- 6 A Pa’ 4:05
- 7 Sotto le stelle del Messico a trapanàr 3:27
- 8 Piccoli dolori 3:56
- 9 Tutti salvi 2:39
- 10 Miracolo a Venezia 3:21
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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