Heavily influenced by a re-reading of the John Le-Carre novel “The Spy Who Came in from the Cold” and  generally exhausted by the recording and the release surrounding Shabby Rogues’ critically acclaimed 2nd album “By Hook and By Crook “ culminating in the eventual  break -up of the band,   Shaun Litton and Tom Sheppard retreated to their studio … 

The pair began to write, striving to capture the atmosphere of the Le-Carre  book and within weeks a collection of songs were written,  making up the material featured on the debut album of their new project Joe Blank & the Inserts, entitled “Leamas”. 

The band chose to work with producer Arie Van der Poel and the recording process began in 2014 at the bands new home studio in Hackney. In the following months they added Vocals and Guitar in various studios with Van Der Poel. 

The songs slowly began to take shape, sessions now taking place in Soup Studios in London as the band added live Drums with a session drummer and layers of Cellos’, crucial to the overall sound the band were striving for, all played by Italian cellist Maria Rodriguez. The album finally neared completion.
  
The last touches to the record were to add some Grand Piano, played by Italian Classical Composer and Pianist Gianluca Fronda, recorded at the London venue The Spice of Life. 

With producer Van der Poel having been constantly mixing during the whole recording process the band finally completed the record in December 2017. It was then mastered by Italian Producer and Songwriter Franc Cellini.

The album will gradually be released in 2018 …….

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Jon Sa Trinxa is an influential figure in the world of electronic music, renowned for his eclectic taste and deep connection with the Balearic sound—a kaleidoscope of genres that include Disco, House, Funk, Indie Dance, Down Tempo, Ambient, and more. His career, spanning over three decades, began in 1987, rooted in the early rave scene and expanding to clubs, festivals, beach parties, and special events worldwide, including Japan, Australia, South America, the USA, SE Asia, and across Europe.

One of Jon's most significant achievements is holding the longest DJ residency on Ibiza at Sa Trinxa, Salinas Beach, from 1993 to 2019. This spot became synonymous with his name, showcasing his ability to create a unique vibe that perfectly encapsulates the spirit of Ibiza. His talent also shone brightly at the legendary Manumission parties, where he played for ten years at Privilege and Space, and was a regular feature at We Love… Sundays at Space, Pacha for Made in Italy, and various nights at Amnesia.

During the winter months, Jon's musical journey takes him to Asia, where he holds a residency at Karma Beach Club in Bali and performs in Thailand, Cambodia, and Sri Lanka, spreading his unique blend of Balearic beats to a global audience.

Jon Sa Trinxa's contribution to the music world extends beyond his live sets. He has produced several compilation CDs for major labels such as Sony and Music for Dreams, and his work on the classic "Naked Ibiza" for Mixmag became one of the magazine's most popular CDs, further cementing his status as a pioneer of the Balearic sound.

For more updates and insights into Jon Sa Trinxa's musical adventures, fans can follow him on his Facebook page: [Jon Sa Trinxa's Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/pages/Jon-Sa-Trinxa/122414664609989?fref=ts).

Tony Loyd is a TEDx speaker, podcast host and the author of "Crazy Good Advice: 10 Lessons Learned from 150 Leading Social Entrepreneurs." He is a former Fortune 500 executive with extensive experience in strategic planning, talent management, and leadership development. Tony is the host of the podcast Social Entrepreneur where you can hear the stories of changemakers who are making an impact on the world.

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