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Formerly a thrash-death metal band known as MORG (as in “Morgue”), the members of Russian prog band AZAZELLO had some fun shocking pop audiences in the early 90's and then completely reinvented themselves. In fact, through the course of three albums, they have almost completely abandoned the metal genre for some truly progressive endeavours. Despite the English title tracks, they sing in Russian (although 90% of their repertoire is strictly instrumental). They are led by vocalist, guitarist and arranger Alexander Kulak who also composes most of the material. .

Classical accordionist. Born in Apulia, southern Italy, grew up near Baden-Baden. He made accordion studies at the Hochschulen in Karlsruhe and Trossingen. .

ZELLO is excellent prog from Sweden. The violin plays a prominent role. The musicianship is excellent and the solos fiery. This band creates elaborated themes with rich arrangements and sophistical orchestrations. Their instrumental music is delicate and includes some tense part. The elaboration of their arrangements reminds of OUTER LIMITS and has strong influences from KANSAS. "Quodlibet" is an excellent album, modern prog without any discernable neo influence, and above all, great material. .