This 1978 album captures Melis leading a tight ensemble through a set of compositions that fuse Sardinian folk traditions with Afrobeat and funk grooves. It stands as a singular document of his exploratory spirit in the late 1970s.
- The album was recorded in Milan, Italy, with a notable ensemble including artists such as Willingm Breuker and Antoine Hervé.
- "Free to Dance" was released on the influential Black Saint label, known for its adventurous jazz catalog.
- The record showcases Melis's distinctive compositional voice, weaving together disparate musical elements into a cohesive, driving whole.
Marcello Melis was a Sardinian double bassist and bandleader who led jazz ensembles that blended avant-garde improvisation with global rhythms. By 1978, he had established himself as a key figure in the European free jazz scene, known for his unique compositional approach.
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