Gianni Marchetti - Solstitium LP

Label: Dialogo

Release Date: March 7th, 2025

The first-ever reissue of Gianni Marchetti's 1978 LP Solstitium, released as part of RCA's venerable Original Cast series in a handful of promo copies only, sits among the most rare and enigmatic artifacts of Italian library music and it is heralded by collectors as one of the greatest free-standing gestures in the entire genre.

This first-ever reissue brings this long-sought gem back into circulation, offering an opportunity for modern listeners to experience its raw, innovative energy and immersive soundscapes. Originally released in only a handful of promo copies, Solstitium quickly became a holy grail for collectors, its rarity only adding to its mystique and allure. The album embodies a free-spirited, avant-garde approach to composition, blending elements of jazz, progressive rock, and experimental electronic music. Marchetti’s use of unconventional instrumentation and studio techniques marks Solstitium as an audacious departure from the more conventional library music of the era.

Solstitium remains a fascinating listening experience, revealing new layers with every listen, and it is not surprising that it has earned its place as one of Marchetti's most revered works, continuing to fascinate old fans and new listeners alike.