Album Review: Rome With Love Roma Con Amore by The Italian Accordion Of Jo Basile And His Orch
If you're a sucker for easy-listening tunes that transport you straight to the sun-soaked streets of Italy, Rome With Love Roma Con Amore is your ticket. Released in 1973 on Audio Fidelity, this gem blends pop, folk, world, and Latin vibes with accordion wizardry courtesy of Jo Basile himself. It’s not groundbreaking, but it doesn’t need to be—it’s warm, inviting, and perfect for sipping espresso or pretending you’re strolling through Naples.
The album kicks off with classics like "O Sole Mio" and "Funiculi-Funicula," which are as timeless as they come. But two tracks really stuck with me after giving this record a spin: "Torna A Sorrento" and "Tarantella."
"Torna A Sorrento" feels like an old friend wrapping you in a hug. The melody sways gently, almost as if Jo Basile's accordion is whispering secrets from some distant Italian village. You can practically smell the lemon groves. Meanwhile, "Tarantella" flips the mood entirely—this one grabs you by the hand and pulls you into a whirlwind dance. Its infectious rhythm had me tapping my feet way harder than I expected. Honestly, I wasn't ready for how much joy these tracks would bring.
What makes this album special isn’t just the music; it’s the vibe. Sure, there’s nothing revolutionary here, but sometimes simplicity hits different. Listening to these songs feels like flipping through faded postcards of Italy—you don’t need flashy production when you’ve got soulful melodies and Jo Basile’s heartfelt accordion playing.
One thing I didn’t see coming? How nostalgic this album made me feel, even though I’ve never set foot in Italy. Maybe it’s the universal language of longing and love woven into every note. Or maybe it’s just proof that good music doesn’t age—it marinates.
Final thought: If you find yourself humming "Santa Lucia" while making pasta at midnight, don’t blame me. Blame Jo Basile—he knew exactly what he was doing.
About The Italian Accordion Of Jo Basile And His Orch
Name Vars
Jo Basile & Orchestra
Jo Basile And His Orchestra
Jo Basile And Orchestra
Jo Basile Et Son Orchestre
Jo Basile His Accordion And Orchestra
Jo Basile Orch.
Jo Basile Su Acordeon Y Orquesta
Jo Basile Y Su Acordeón Italiano
Jo Basile Y Su Orquesta
Jo Basile's Accordion And Orchestra Featuring Massed Strings
Jo Basile, Accordion & Orch.
Jo Basile, Accordion And Orch.
Jo Basile, Accordion And Orchestra Featuring Massed Strings
Jo Basile, Acordeon E Orquestra
Jo Basile, Acordeon Y Orquesta
Jo Basile, Acordeón Y Orquesta
Jo Basile, Acordeón y Orquesta
Jo Basile, His Accordion & Orchestra
Jo Basile, His Accordion And Orch
Jo Basile, His Accordion And Orchestra
Jo Basile, Seu Acordeon & Orquestra
Jo Basile, Seu Acordeon E Orquestra
Jo Basile, Su Acordeón Y Gran Orquesta De Cuerdas
Jo Basile, his Accordion & Orchestra
Joe Basilie And His Orch.
The Italian Accordion Of Jo Basile And His Orch.
Members
Jo Basile
Interesting fact about Album
Did you know? In 1973, an Italian accordionist named Jo Basile released an album called *Rome With Love Roma Con Amore*. It’s a nostalgic mix of classic Italian songs like "O Sole Mio" and "Santa Lucia," blending pop, folk, and Latin styles. The album feels like a warm hug, perfect for easy listening. Fun fact: Jo Basile himself played the accordion on every track! It’s like a musical postcard from Italy.
