OPEN THE PAINTBOX

Neo-Prog • Italy

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Open the Paintbox biography
'Open the Paintbox' is an Italian Neo Prog band, inspired both by the great classics of the genre and its evolution over time.

Formed in Messina in 2005 from the meeting of keyboardist Fabrizio Tuzza and guitarist/bassist Giovanni Costantino, the initial project focused on creating original instrumental music, blending vintage and modern sounds. In 2007, they began working on a concept called 'The Sirius Mystery', which they completed in 2013 and later revisited in 2015.

This concept was based on the mysterious Dogon people and the application of their ancient astronomical knowledge to depict the Sirius star system via a mixture of rituals, dances and masks. The resulting album was an important experience for the duo's musical growth, but the lack of opportunity to express themselves through their songs was evident.

This all changed after they met vocalist Angelica Esposito in 2015, when the project shifted towards the creation of more elaborate and refined suites, with alternating vocal and instrumental sections. The lyrics, written alternately by the three members, explore philosophical themes aimed at rediscovering a deep connection between humanity and nature, between humankind and the divine, in an increasingly massified and skeptical society.

Starting with their first song, 'Starlight', later included as a bonus track in the debut album 'Lapse of Time' for thematic continuity, the band worked on numerous projects that they would later develop - before fully dedicating themselves to the creation of this album in 2024. A further album called 'Planting Trees on the Moon' is is currently in progress, with release expected sometime in mid-2006.

Biography provided by the artist, and used with permission.