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Never Given A Chance

Stroud Green

Shelter Me From The Storm

This track is celebrating those beautiful stolen moments first thing in the morning, when you exist purely in your body. The sun’s not quite risen, eyes blurred, and feeling is all that matters. Before the jolt of the nervous system kicking in with all the stresses and weight of the day ahead - before you’ve gotta ‘be’ in the world and carry yourself through the day, especially in hard times. These are my favourite moments, and I feel so blessed to be so held.

Body - Rona Mac

Rollerblade

For Hungrier Hearts

I Need You

https://catbearmusic.com
https://catbearmusic.com/links

~~LYRICS~~
(Music and lyrics by Zoe Konez)

I know, I over-romanticise 
The me and you, the us I fantasised
It’s true, I tried, there’s nothing there - you say it died
But there is a hesitation I cling to

Forever isn’t just a friend of mine
It keeps me from running wild 
Knowing that I’ll see you again
And everything will reconcile
Just in time to watch the world burn out

I’ll meet you at the end
We can be friends there
We can be anything we want
When everyone is gone
And we have nothing left
Alive, in the infinite
Forever there in the afterglow
I’ll meet you at the end

We do - we wait to find a resolution
Not how, just when, we know it won’t come yet
Comforting thoughts we make believe, just to get through life 
That we will find our place and make it right

Forever isn’t just a friend of mine
It keeps me from running wild 
Knowing that I’ll see you again
And everything will reconcile
Just in time to watch the world burn out

I’ll meet you at the end
We can be friends there
We can be anything we want
When everyone is gone
And we have nothing left
Alive, in the infinite
Forever there in the afterglow
I’ll meet you at the end

I’ll prove to you, you know the truth 
That we were always special, special
Just hold on to that piece of me, let me find you
Remember how we were so very special
I’ll meet you at the end
We can be friends there
We can be anything we want
When everyone is gone
And we have nothing left
Alive, in the infinite
Forever there in the afterglow
I’ll meet you at the end


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https://catbearmusic.com/links

Written, recorded and produced by Zoe Konez
Performed by CATBEAR
Mixed and mastered by Oz Craggs at Hidden Track Studios
For licensing enquiries please email hello @ thisistreehouse . com

I'll Meet You At The End

Lost & Found (feat. George Moir)

Produced by Max Harris
Mastered by Mazen Murad
Released with Think Twice Records
Artwork by Amber Walters

And... Beyond

The night was young 
But For some, the night was old enough 
This guilt-free fun 
Don’t come round often 

Some getting food 
Some outside sucking on balloons 
It’s hard to choose 
I can’t ride a mood 

I’m Exercising 

How we behaved 
Was not concerned with content to create 
Weekends, weekdays 
They all hit the same 

I’m Exercising

I'm Exercising (Featuring Sere Trouble)

Space Between

20/19 Vision

See You Again

Summer Dance Anthem. Released 26th May 2023:

YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bixk4m_KYs4&list=OLAK5uy_nLVslx0hDDCim7MkdLAybPWlsbNU6Lbtc

Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6YMkx3ZngDuuGxKpiDat02

So Wrong

Lead track from Summit of the Big Low's self titled second album.

Battle Lines

Closure

An energetic indie rock song with a mainstream feel. This was produced at Alibi Studio in Widnes.

Energy Wav .wav

Nature TV - Illusions (Radio Edit)

JUSJIM is the name of James Vine’s new solo project.  The debut single ‘Iris’ released May 12th, is a dedication to his late Grandmother, a straight talking woman born in East London the matriarch of James’ family for his entire life. The track blends contemplative soundscapes, with James’ signature enthralling rhythms.

Controversial "billboard" release:
https://www.instagram.com/p/CsIsFHkgMch/

James has emerged as one of the UK’s most exciting new drummers.  Best known for his work with experimental trio Waldo’s Gift with whom he has received much critical acclaim from tastemakers across BBC 6Music and Radio 1 as well as countless publications including Clash, DIY & more.

In 2023, James arrives as a composer and performer in his own right. Jusjim combines James’ passions for music and creative technology, having studied a masters in Computer Science and dedicating this time to exploring new intuitive ways to interact with technology and sound.

Iris

This is Mr Joshua’s 25th release since Dec 2022 and again he takes an unexpected turn.  Grooves that could have come out of the 1970s flow under yet another lyrical song tapestry, that takes you places in your head to chill and reflect.  In case it’s not obvious, the title refers to the famous London taxicab, in a song about fear and love and finding solace in something you know probably isn’t good for you.  The 4th track of Frank coming 3rd album, Patent Leather Car takes a gentle trip around the dance floor with wistful abandon.

Patent Leather Car

MOTHLOOP_WE BUILT THIS MACHINE

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