Arti & Mestieri

The sextet Arti & Mestieri was formed in 1974 in Torino, Italy, by drummer Furio Chirico, following his departure from the Trip. Drawing membership from the cream of the local jazz-rock scene, Arti & Mestieri frequently found themselves sharing a bill with Area, the long-running kings of that particular arena. However, their renown was such that they also opened for a number of visiting acts, most notably Gentle Giant. Arti & Mestieri's debut album in 1974, Tilt, received a lot of attention but only hinted at the group's true capabilities -- a live album from this period app...