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The music of "Sorrow & Pain" is inspired by the classical piano piece "Sonata for Piano No. 20 in A major, D 959" by Franz Schubert and is Betty's own arrangement.
Portobello Express will once again venture into the interpretation of a piano classic, as they did with 'Unique' - inspired by Tchaikovsky. One of Betty's favourite classical composers is the Austrian romantic Franz Schubert (1797-1828).
This piece is from the composer's last collection of sonatas, written in the last months of his life, between the spring and autumn of 1828. He died of siphilis at the age of 31.  
As so often in the past, 'Sorrow & Pain' was born from a bass line that Betty had dreamed up in the night after studying Sonata No. 20 the previous evening.

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LondonPeaky (find him on X @LondonPeaky) said: 

"For me, I absolutely love 'Sorrow & Pain' It's really got under my skin.
Upon hearing the first few seconds, I thought, "here we go, it's going to have a touch of goth..." 
How wrong I was, although I can imagine Siouxsie singing it. But then again, Grace Jones would also do it justice - in a kind of pre-war, Parisian La Vie en Rose style.
There's some blues floating in there ever so gently too. But the song is 'Betty's,' her vocals are a mix of strength and tenderness/vulnerability and I doubt there will be many better releases within the 'indie/unsigned' community this year"

MAL HALLETT (Transvisions Vamp/ Rotten Hill Gang) said:

"My initial impression is that it’s very Germanic, torch song and vaguely expressionistic"
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released May 10, 2024
Bass, vocals, backing vocals: Happy Betty
Guitar: Patrick Slowhand
Guitar: Andy Abraham
Drums: Bertl Baumgartner

Words and Music by Happy Betty

A big shout out to Matthew for all the help, inspiration and friendship he has given me!

Arranged and produced by Happy Betty, Patrick Slowhand, Andy Abraham

Recorded, mixed and mastered by Andy Abraham at farbTon Studio,
© Vienna 2024

Copyright Ⓒ & ℗ 2024 Happy Betty

Sorrow & Pain

Today is the day our new release, "It's Over Now", hits all the music service platforms. Rick and Sarah’s new single continues their focus on the enveloping rhythms and romance of classic R&B and Soul music. 

“It’s Over Now" is a masterful fusion of classic R&B and soul with modern synthesis, samples, and beats. This captivating song blends traditional and contemporary elements to create an emotionally resonant and sensual listening experience. 

The duo's attention to detail is evident in the lush, jazz-influenced instrumentals, which add depth and sophistication to the track. Sarah's velvety vocals lend a passionate and soulful touch, while the provocative groove is the beating heart of the track.  The emotional weight of the song is conveyed through Sarah's lyrical talent, which captures the complexities of love and romance. 

"It’s Over Now" is a standout track that highlights Rick and Sarah Blasi's skill in blending genres and crafting memorable music. The song's seamless integration of classic R&B and modern production techniques make it a must-listen for fans of both classic and contemporary styles.

It's Over Now

For the fabulous few who leave no footprint.
https://youtu.be/i5Q-viLwH9M

In Mesopotamia
There was this mania
Building stuff out of clay bricks

Sumerian powers
Built temples and towers
Ziggurats, that’s what they did

Humans are scoundrels
Trees should hold council
Just ask the bird or the fish

It’s never enough
With this ziggurat stuff
A ziggurat’s never too big  

The bird and the fish
Were thoroughly pissed
With the cat in the hat and his big ziggurat 

Builders were flagging
Whip  kept on cracking
I want a ziggurat bigger than that

Humans are scoundrels
Trees should hold council
Just ask the bird or the fish

It’s never enough
With this ziggurat stuff
A ziggurats never too big

I want a ziggurat bigger than that
I want a ziggurat bigger than that
I want a ziggurat bigger than that
I want a ziggurat bigger than that

I want a ziggurat bigger than that!

I Want A Ziggurat Bigger Than That!

Dance In The Wind

fat sandwich

FULL MOON BALLAD: CRAZY PEOPLE LIKE ME & YOU

Starlight (Edit)

ICE TRAIN

Higher Calling is a rock ballad written to a friend who couldn't see beyond his drug addiction and what could be possible in the future. Recorded at Starr Ridge Studios in Brewster, N.Y. with David Powers on guitar. Here is the link to buy this song on iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/album/id1186502156?ls=1&app=itunes

01 Higher Calling

After Dark

Miss Broadway

Zandoli

Paténipat

Electrelane - 05 - In Berlin

Gang of Four - Damanged Goods

A track from the album "The Krazy Kantele", played on horsehair strings made from the tail of the horse in the picture. 
Time signature: 7/8
Musicians: Anton Johansson: Percussion, Susanna Tollet: Bass recorder, vocals, Stäni Steinbock: Kantele, Harmonica, household instruments.

A Horse Named Abigail (from the album The Krazy Kantele).

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