Singer/songwriter, freak folk, dark, neofolk, goth, tribal.
Some piano improvisations and wonderful guest musicians. 



Metal sculpture in header: "Departure" by Barak Siman Ov AKA PetKaput.

EchoSession is a demo recording project. First track to emerge is Silver. Recorded/written/produced by Stephen and Chris Higgins

Singer/songwriter Alex Townsend has been creating music for over 8 years. Discovering his passion for music in university he purchased his first guitar and hasn't looked back since.

With influences that range from Ben Howard, to Tracey Chapman, to Mumford and Sons, Alex has created a unique sound that is both memorable and captivating. lulling verses and can't-help-but-sing-along choruses.

Having reached reached the finals of Open Mic U.K and being scouted to perform many local and independent festicals Alex has made a lot of ground in what is already looking to be an exciting and promising career in music.

After releasing a string of stand along singles and hitting the gruelling open mic night circuit week in - week out for many years, Alex has perfected his craft both on and off the stage and has become a well known and popular voice amongst his musical peers.

Currently writing and recording new material for his Debut EP, 2014 looks like an exciting year for Alex and hsi Fans.

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