Dolce Acqua is the second studio album by the Italian rock band Delirium, released in 1972 on the Italian label Fonit. The band was formed in 1970 in Genoa from the ashes of the beat group I Sagittari and released the following year their first 45 rpm “Canto di Osanna,” which immediately attracted the attentions of critics and public alike. Delirium’s second concept album was released in 1972, when the group’s leader Ivano Fossati decided to pursue a solo career and was replaced by Martin Frederick Grice, an excellent wind player but limited in both singing and songwriting.
PA: “After minor changes Delirium headed for a more symphonic edge than displayed in their debut album, but still retaining it original charm and character. Once again a wide range of influences prevails on Delirium’s early albums with stronger and a slight harder edge. The dominance of flute and tenor sax on this album mixes superbly with the increased fusion tension explored within. Songs are highly melodic with excellent vocals and group choir like contributions. Songs however symphonic are still quite jazzy and full of syncopation timing. Overall a scrumptious little album from early golden early 70’s.” (Wiki, Discogs, Prog Archives).