With "Tarlo," Il Bacio della Medusa returns with a new nine-track album, retaining the rock power and soul that have always defined their journey while simultaneously showcasing a renewed compositional and expressive maturity.

The sound and arrangements are enriched by new harmonic and tonal approaches, without sacrificing the natural fluidity of the song structure—long a key strength of the group. The piano takes center stage, accompanied by classical instruments and electric elements that help create an eclectic work rich in nuance.

The album’s central theme is encapsulated in its title: the "tarlo" (woodworm) serves as a metaphor for the thought that slowly burrows into the human soul, sowing seeds of unease, doubt, and questioning. It represents the germ of rebellion and inner transformation, as well as a reflection of the contradictions of contemporary society—contradictions that constantly challenge our certainties, identities, and individual freedoms. Across nine tracks of profound emotional and musical impact, "Tarlo" guides the listener on a journey of confronting what consumes us from within, while also embracing the very restlessness that can spark change.

This album concludes the socially-themed trilogy that began with "Seme" and reaffirms Il Bacio della Medusa’s status as one of the most distinctive and recognizable acts in the Italian progressive rock scene—a work where rock energy, narrative depth, and musical exploration coexist in perfect balance.

180g black vinyl edition featuring a gatefold sleeve and a 30x30cm insert.