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Eden is a Red Row

From my album 'October Man' released in October 2019.

October Man

bandcamp

Jumpers

Available on 12" splatter vinyl: https://cluerecords.bandcamp.com/album/sometimes-i-forget-youre-human-too
Indie only red vinyl available here: https://smarturl.it/BAMGH-Sometimes

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Produced by Amber Strawbridge (BAMGH) + Alex Greaves (Nave Studios)
Artwork by Josie Lister

Sometimes I Forget You're Human Too

Bored At My Grandmas House - Sometimes I Forget You're Human Too

Luka - Past The Point Of No Return

Victim Of The Groove

Tom Auton - Victim Of The Groove

Learn to Lie

The Weatherman

The Feather Lamp Symphony for Piano & Violin - Collaboration with Rosin Dust (Violin Solo)
Music, orchestration and production by Syrel https://soundcloud.com/user-461764443
Violin Solo by Rosin Dust (Tatiana Makarova) https://soundcloud.com/rosindust
Picture of Ingo Maurer Bibibibi lamp by Syrel for the Decormag Magazine in 1985


Thank you so much Tatiana for this inspiring performance.

Syrel Classical Work

The Feather Lamp Symphony for Piano & Violin - Collaboration with Rosin Dust (Violin Solo)

Dumb People (Feat. David Mrakpor & Harry Pope)

"The Muskerz are coming" is the new single by gaz price. 

A Reflection on life in deprived areas, where doing things you shouldn't to get by is just the way things are.

The Muskerz are coming

Gutter

'Little Rituals' is the seventh single from The King's Parade's debut album. Speaking about the song, frontman Olly Corpe explains:

"Life sometimes feels like a series of pre-determined building blocks. The song is about breaking the routine and questioning destiny. How much control do we have over our own paths, addictions and desires? And can we break away from ourselves or will that battle to break away ultimately be another piece of a pre-determined puzzle?"

Little Rituals

Following on from the spacious, glacial electronica of previous single, Opaque Crater, 5 March 2021 sees Ritual Cloak release their latest track, White Noise. Written from the perspective of a close friend of the band before they passed away, and drawing on real-life conversations, the track marks the first introduction of lyrics and vocals (Daniel Barnett) into their sonic arsenal. Woven seamlessly into their traditionally synth-based approach, these new melodic textures work symbiotically with the track’s inherent, bittersweet gravity.

Amidst the darker weight of the subject matter and lyrics, White Noise also evokes an ever-burgeoning cocoon of light, offering some calm amidst the chaos. Initially built on the backdrop of arpeggiated synth strings and heart-wrenching vocal melodies, the track swells and evolves unexpectedly over its four minutes. This culminates in an almost triumphant progression of minimalist techno beats that boldly carves out the path forwards, only reaching its full power when each element is conjoined to the next.

The track was completed just a couple of days before the untimely death of their friend, Chris, who was its inspiration. Given he was such a big supporter of the band, it’s a massive shame he was never able to hear it. Naturally, it is dedicated to him.

White Noise will be released across digital platforms on March 5, 2021 with Divine Invasions following on 7 May, 2021.

Divine Invasions

White Noise

Trip hop with a blend of acoustic guitar, soft vocals and honest lyrics 

Wade (produced by Ben P)

Venn Smyth live gigs
3 May / 7.30pm / Pride's Got Talent Semifinals, Phoenix Art Club: https://phoenixartsclub.com/book/?instanceid=130001
12 May / 7pm / Babel Art House: https://www.outsavvy.com/event/14069/venn-smyth-hermes-gig-live-at-babel-art-house

This version of Sunrise was recorded in the garden in Scotland during the summer of 2020. It captures the sounds of the outdoors as well as giving a gentler take on the song, inviting you to put on your headphones and listen closely.

Download/stream here: https://ffm.to/sunrise-acoustic

Sunrise is a song about grief. In the original release, its poetic lyrics and meaningful message are set to electronic, uplifting eighties throwback sounds. This is a summer pop song for reflection and dancing in equal measure.

Download/stream here: https://ffm.to/vennsmyth-sunrise

Sunrise lyrics by Venn Smyth

I thought it was an ocean
I see it now a river
I know it comes in waves

It may last a lifetime
And time won’t cast a lifeline
But hold on

(I don’t) Don’t have answers
(I’ll wait) Wait however
Long it takes
Long it takes

For the sunrise
Some rise
More than the sun sets
Some things are said
Some things are set
Our sun will set

But we will sunrise
They say that some will rise
There will be sunsets
But we will get 
When all is said
Our day in the sun 

Matter, moments, memory
Sound and silence, senses
Weigh down your every move

(You swam) Swam through currents strong
(And ran) Ran into the storm
(You crept) Crept through grief and love
(In debt) Debt to those above

(I don’t) Don’t have answers
(I’ll wait) Wait however
Long it takes
Long it takes

For the sunrise
Some rise
More than the sun sets
Some things are said
Some things are set
Our sun will set

But we will sunrise
They say that some will rise
There will be sunsets
But we will get 
When all is said
Our day in the sun

For the sunrise
Some rise
More than the sun sets
Some things are said
Some things are set
Our sun will set

But we will sunrise
They say that some will rise
There will be sunsets
But we will get 
When all is said
Our day in the sun

Recorded and produced by Venn Smyth

Sunrise (Acoustic from the Garden in Scotland)

Lyrics

Lost my mind
Wish I could go back
Stuck on the coastline
Watch me unfold

What we tried
Hoping on hope I 
Never lose my sight
Never grow cold

Mmmm x2

As I grow
Paying them no mind
Letting me wings fly
Watch as I go

Theres a line
I shouldnt cross and
Its all a waste but
Its all i know

Mmmm x2

Sketches we made
Lines that wont fade
I will never
Repeat what Ive done

Day breaks
Your afraid
Night takes 
Its ok
You'll be alright x4

Sketches

Tom Loffill - Say The Right Thing, Do The Right Thing

From the 'New Beginnings' EP from my EP a week challenge.

On The Floor

LICE - Conveyor (Radio Edit)

"Wild Bird is a song which was inspired from a feeling of huge admiration for a quirky friend of mine" Eileen-singer-songwriter with Fishing4Compliments

Wild Bird

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