Groundless is a seven-track instrumental album by Safir Nou, the musical project led by Sardinian composer and multi-instrumentalist Antonio Firinu.
Moving between instrumental folk, chamber music, post-rock and world music, the album brings together classical guitar, accordion, violin, cello, double bass, vibraphone, percussion and electronic textures. Its rich acoustic instrumentation and collaborative arrangements give the compositions room to explore different musical colours, from intimate melodic passages to fuller ensemble settings.
At the heart of Groundless is the idea of music as an expression of emotion. Composed and arranged by Firinu, the album grew from countless hours of experimentation, shared creativity and the contributions of musicians who helped bring the project to life.
The seven pieces form a varied instrumental collection, shaped by the meeting of different musical traditions and the personal sensibilities of the performers. Rather than belonging to a single genre, Groundless finds its identity in the dialogue between its instruments, melodies and arrangements.
A thoughtful and imaginative work, created with the simple intention of making music that connects with both its performers and its listeners.
Credits
Composed and arranged by Antonio Firinu
Musicians
Antonio Firinu: Classical guitar, accordion, electronics
Yaacob González García: Violin
Matteo Marongiu: Double bass
Andrea Cogoni: Drums and percussion
Gianluca Pischedda: Cello
Marco Caredda: Vibraphone
Sergio González Cuervo: Soundscapes
Recording and Production
Engineered by Sergio González Cuervo at Audiotuerto.
Produced by Sergio González Cuervo and Antonio Firinu in Amsterdam, Cagliari and León.
Label and Distribution: Raighes Factory