Italian neofolk and post-rock visionaries Corde Oblique have unveiled "A New Balance", the latest single and accompanying video taken from their upcoming tenth studio album, All'Ombra Dei Fanciulli In Fiore, due for release on 27 November via Dark Vinyl.
Marking a significant milestone in the group's acclaimed career, All'Ombra Dei Fanciulli In Fiore draws inspiration from the literary legacy of Marcel Proust while simultaneously celebrating the experience of parenthood. The album promises an immersive and eclectic journey through Corde Oblique's signature blend of neofolk, chamber music, and post-rock, balancing delicate introspection with moments of soaring intensity.
The record comprises twelve entirely new compositions written by band mastermind Riccardo Prencipe, who once again handles both music and lyrics. Throughout the album, Corde Oblique explore striking dynamic contrasts, seamlessly weaving together passages of profound tenderness, shaped by Prencipe's classical conservatory-trained guitar technique, with more forceful, electrically charged arrangements.
Adding further prestige to the release, recording sessions took place at two historic locations: Splash Studio, founded by Italian music icon Peppino di Capri, and the legendary Abbey Road Studios in London, whose walls have witnessed some of the most celebrated recordings in modern music history.
The album is further enriched by a number of distinguished guest appearances. Alongside Andrea Chimenti, one of the defining voices of Italian new wave, listeners will also encounter the contributions of acclaimed actress Maddalena Crippa, a revered figure within Italian theatre. Supporting these guests is the band's long-standing creative nucleus, featuring Edo Notarloberti, Alessio Sica, Rita Saviano, and Umberto Lepore, musicians who have collaborated closely with Prencipe for more than two decades.
With All'Ombra Dei Fanciulli In Fiore, Corde Oblique continue to refine their unique artistic identity, crafting music that moves effortlessly between intimacy and grandeur while remaining deeply rooted in poetry, atmosphere, and emotional resonance. "A New Balance" offers a captivating glimpse into what promises to be another remarkable chapter in the band's enduring journey. Watch the video for "A New Balance" below. Link
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