The self-titled debut album by Biglietto per l'Inferno, released in 1974, stands as one of the most significant and influential high points in the Italian progressive rock scene. This extraordinary work not only captured the hearts of genre enthusiasts but also garnered appreciation from those who typically favor sounds entirely different from those found across these six tracks—a record that consistently appears on lists of the greatest Italian rock albums of all time.

Every facet of this masterpiece has become iconic and timeless: from the cover art by visionary photographer Cesare Monti to the era-defining, unique sound—a blend of an intense hard-prog approach and the distinctive Mediterranean flair characteristic of Italian bands from that period. It encompasses the provocative, sophisticated lyrics of the histrionic lead singer Claudio Canali—who later retired to a monastery, where he remained until his passing in 2018—as well as the collapse of the record label, which brought an end to the group after a career spanning only two years. A second album, "Il Tempo della Semina," remained unreleased until many years later.

This new digisleeve CD edition includes an instrumental version of the track "Confessione" as a bonus track, along with a 12-page booklet featuring a detailed presentation of the album by music collector and commentator Mox Cristadoro. An essential record!