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**Bio of Napoli Centrale** Napoli Centrale was formed by the nucleus of a previous band after its split, with members including American keyboardist and English bass player. They shifted towards a personal blend of jazz-rock and popular music, leaving behind traces of progressive rock. Their lyrics, sung in Neapolitan dialect, resonated with social issues, and their first single, "Campagna," became a hit. The band's debut six-track album mirrored this style, showcasing original music alongside strong lyrics. Following the release of their first LP, bassist Tony Walmsley departed to join a reformed band, soon followed by another member. They were replaced by a new keyboardist and various bass players, including one who would later embark on a solo career. This lineup was active in live performances, including notable concerts in Rome and at the Montreux Jazz Festival in Switzerland, but the band disbanded by the end of 1975. In 1976, they released a second album with contributions from well-known session musicians, maintaining the style of their first LP. Their third album, released in 1977, showcased a more jazz-oriented sound and featured a lineup that included musicians from previous years. After the band split, James Senese launched a solo career with two albums in 1983-84, while both he and Del Prete remained active as session musicians. The original keyboardist later established a record label in Italy to promote new artists. In the late 80s,

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