RETROPOPIC 814 - ELLESMERE: LES CHATEAUX DE LA LOIRE Roberto Vitelli talks about his debut

The Saint of RETROPOPIC RADIO talks with Italia Prog Rock musicia Roberto Vitelli about his Any Phillips inspired Ellesmere debut concept album 'Les Chateaux De La Loire'.

Where did the group name Ellesmere come from? As Taproban's bassist, with Ellesmere why did Roberto want to go in a completely different musical direction? Which ex member of Genesis was Roberto's idol? What does the cover art represent? How easy was it for Roberto to get Ant Phillips vocal contribution for the project? Where did the concept for the album come from? How was Roberto able to get flautist John Hackett on board? Why is rain an important theme on the album?

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