The Angel Song

Released in 1993, The Angel Song serves as the foundational debut for the British folk duo Ezio. Self-produced and initially sold primarily at live performances to fund their early tours, the album captures the group at their most minimalist. Unlike their later work which incorporated more expansive arrangements and rock dynamics, this record is almost entirely centered on the percussive, interlocking acoustic guitar styles of Ezio Lunedei and Booga. The recording, engineered by Mark Gillespie and Steve Bottomley, emphasizes a dry, intimate sonic profile that places the listener in the room with the performers. Critically, it established Ezio as a premier storytelling act within the UK folk scene, blending the grit of a pub-rock vocal with the technical precision of classical or flamenco-influenced guitar patterns. The title track remains a centerpiece of their live repertoire, embodying the album's blend of melancholic lyricism and rhythmic drive.