REVIEW: TANTRIC LOVE CHARMERS – Tantric Love Charmers

 

TANTRIC LOVE CHARMERS – Tantric Love Charmers

Independent

Sometimes it’s good to take a short break from the electric storm. So let’s turn off the amps, set aside the distortion pedals, and reach for the acoustic guitars instead. Not us, though — the ones doing exactly that are Tantric Love Charmers, an acoustic duo hailing from Rome, Italy.

The project is the brainchild of multi‑instrumentalist and composer Moreno Viglione — a true “Swiss army knife” musician with long-standing experience in the rock scene. Joining him on this acoustic venture is vocalist Stefano Diamanti, whose résumé includes fronting tribute acts dedicated to Black Sabbath, Led Zeppelin, and Neil Young. Together, they bring a blend of seasoned musicianship and stylistic versatility to Tantric Love Charmers.

Given the musicians’ background — and their shared love for bands like Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd, and Neil Young — their decision to present eight acoustic rock compositions inspired by the 70s era feels both natural and expected. The album is steeped in that warm, unmistakable 70s nostalgia, yet it never slips into mere imitation. Instead, Tantric Love Charmers offer their own interpretation of what 70s acoustic rock can sound like today, blending familiarity with a personal creative touch.

Beyond the influences the band openly cites, listening is always a subjective experience — shaped by one’s own musical background — and in my case, several tracks brought to mind shades of Jethro Tull. There are also moments where the album leans into a distinctly Western atmosphere, even evoking a subtle spaghetti western flair reminiscent of Morricone. And honestly, that works beautifully here; after all, no one does Western aesthetics quite like the Italians.

Lyrically, the duo wear their 70s heritage with pride — and with it comes a gentle touch of hippie idealism. Their songs wander through themes of love, spirituality, and philosophy, existing in that delicate space where poetry brushes against mysticism. It’s the kind of writing that feels as if it could have been scribbled on a sun‑bleached notebook during a long train ride across the Italian countryside, incense burning somewhere in the background.

This is a record that manages to be rock without ever raising its voice, electric without relying on electricity, and rich in variety while wrapped in disarming simplicity. In the end, what more do you really need to create good music? An acoustic guitar, a voice that knows where to land, and a genuine love for the craft. I’m truly glad these two musicians trusted me with presenting their work — a collection that steps outside the usual paths and rewards you for following it. They can rest assured they’ve done an excellent job. And if one track stands out as a clear highlight, “Thru the Cracks of Time” carries all the ingredients of a future favorite.

Enjoy.

Nick Parastatidis