Paolo Angeli and Iva Bittová's collaborative album, Sul Filo, is a masterful blend of experimental and free jazz elements, released on 16 October 2019 via AnMa ReR Megacorp. This 13-track album showcases the duo's innovative approach to music, with Angeli's unique prepared guitar and Bittová's versatile violin, kalimba, and vocal talents combining to create a rich tapestry of sound.
Throughout the album's 47-minute duration, Angeli and Bittová guide the listener through a diverse range of textures and moods, from the intricate, layered soundscapes of "Apertura" and "Due Contro Tre" to the more introspective, atmospheric moments of "Attese" and "Frammenti". The album's tracklist, which also includes "Senso Orario", "Alle Spalle", "Risvegli", "Transizioni", "Zeleny Vinecek / Green Wrap", "Post It", "Richiami", "Rosso Mattone", and "Risoluzioni", demonstrates the duo's ability to craft a cohesive, yet dynamic, musical narrative.
With Angeli's production and mixing expertise, alongside the mastering skills of Dave Bianchi, Sul Filo is a sonically stunning album that pushes the boundaries of experimental music. The result is a captivating and deeply immersive listening experience, one that showcases the exceptional talents of Paolo Angeli and Iva Bittová. Sul Filo is a testament to the duo's innovative spirit and their ability to create music that is both challenging and rewarding.