Jeff Buckley - Hallelujah Slowed

Hi there, and welcome to our latest pre-release, 'Always Behind You' by Euphoriqa.

This track was written for our 'Sing for Clatterbridge' charity album 'Love & Hope Forever', which will be released early next month ready for our fundraising campaign on the run up to Christmas.

We are very excited about this album release as it will help us raise funds for Clatterbridge NHS Cancer hospital. We are thrilled to also announce that we have been joined by 4 other fantastic artists who have supported this cause with wonderful songs and music.

This project started 3 years ago, with the release of our 1st charity single release, 'I Still Believe', which is our Legacy to Clatterbridge NHS Cancer Trust. We had planned to release this single for charity every year with the hope it would become a popular song. We never would have thought 3 years ago that we'd have an Album to release! 

Whilst working on this album, we were very humbled by the thought that other people have been inspired by our project and have not only offered their support, time, creativity, but above all their compassion.  Through our music, we have each shared feelings and experiences with each other, which connect to our share goal, to help others. It is strange really as none of us have ever actually meet outside of this project and the things we've shared would not necessarily be the type of things you'd discuss with a stranger.  

So this connection, has really given us great faith in the fact that we all posses the strength and power to do good things, if we can just find a way to express it freely. We are also very happy to say that our project has given us an opportunity to connect amazing people from all over the world.

We have found this experience almost beyond words, and cannot thank Deborah Henriksson, Rebekah Vesey, Ged Hodkinson & Andreas Hoffmann enough for their contribution. 

So our song, 'Always Behind You' was inspired by working with our new friends and is a song about being there for one another, no matter what; and about the importance of letting others know we are there for them also. If everyone could find the time to reach out and help just one person each day, then  the World would be a better place to be. Unfortunately the World doesn't work like that, so in the absence of everyone doing this, the job is left to the rest of us to pick up the slack. 

Which on reflection is not such a bad thing to take on as a personal challenge.

To Find out more about our charity appeal, please go to:
https://www.justgiving.com/Matt-Baker14/

We hope you enjoy our creation and welcome any comment and feedback.

All the best for now, Matt, John & Ralf :)

Written & Composed: Matt Baker
Vocals: Matt Baker & John Styles
All instruments: Matt Baker & John Styles
Arrangement: John Styles
Production: John Styles

Always Here Behind You.........

I will help you tie a shoe lace,
Help you take the first few steps
Try to show you the direction,
To the place you want to go,

Help you climb the highest Mountain,
Find a path through the tangled woods,
With every step you're moving closer,
To the place you want to be.

Always here behind you,
For every hill you climb,
Always here behind you,
In body, spirit & mind,
When dark clouds are above you,
Just reach out for me I'm here,
Always here behind you,
Just reach out for me, I'm here.



Euphoriqa - Always Behind You - Matt Baker & John Styles - Pre-release

half of me

Rushed to get this one out for Audio Therapy Thursday. Story of my life: Missed it by THAT much. Kind of fits the theme of this song, though unintentional. Freudian track release?

Becoming

Civilian

𝙥𝙖𝙩𝙧𝙞𝙘𝙠 𝙬𝙖𝙩𝙨𝙤𝙣- 𝙟𝙚 𝙩𝙚 𝙡𝙖𝙞𝙨𝙨𝙚𝙧𝙖𝙞 𝙙𝙚𝙨 𝙢𝙤𝙩𝙨  𝙨𝙡𝙤𝙬𝙚𝙙+𝙧𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙗

Music has always been an integral part of my life. From my earliest memories, it has shaped how I express my emotions and bring my creative ideas to life. Whether it was hours spent with a slightly out-of-tune upright piano or strumming on my sister's guitar, I was hooked. While I struggled with traditional music theory and never quite mastered reading or writing music, my passion for sound and composition only grew.

My journey truly began with a Casio VL-Tone, a keyboard that allowed me to record simple melodies. Throughout my teenage years, I poured countless hours and resources into building my first collection of music gear, recording everything from theme songs to pop and punk covers with friends. In my early twenties, I played in several bands and immersed myself in the live music scene, which was a great experience but often came with late nights and long hours.

During this time, I also began exploring electronic music more seriously, acquiring my first proper setup: a Kawai keyboard, Technics sequencer, Alesis HR16 drum machine, and a Yamaha MT100 4-track recorder. These tools opened up new possibilities and inspired me to experiment with electronic music production and midi-based compositions.

A lifelong fan of science fiction, fantasy, and cinematic soundtracks, I soon found myself gravitating toward composing thematic music. Movies, being my second greatest passion, heavily influenced the direction of my creative work.

In my 30s, life’s demands shifted my focus toward career and family, but my love for music never waned. Entering my 40s, I had the opportunity to refocus, acquiring new gear and fully committing to my musical development. With the help of modern technology, I now have a home studio where I can bring my musical ideas to life with greater precision and depth.

My current setup includes a Korg Triton LE, Cubase 12, Nektar LE88, Steinberg UR824 interface, and an array of VSTs such as Kontakt, Halion Sonic SE, Retrologue, and EastWest Symphonic Choirs, among others. This home studio, built over nearly a decade, allows me to push creative boundaries and explore new sounds and compositions.

Based in Liverpool, I’m currently writing is almost every style. Rock songs for my band Inner Fire. Pop tracks inspired by the 80's and 90's. Theme music inspired by film and literature with the aspiration of one day scoring a full-length production. 

Since joining SoundCloud, I've had the privilege of connecting with talented musicians and creative minds from around the world. One of the most fulfilling collaborations has been with John Styles, where we’ve explored a wide range of musical genres. 

I’m also proud to serve as the principal composer for Music for Brains, a project dedicated to healing through music and creativity. Working on this project has been deeply rewarding, as it has allowed me to connect with individuals on an emotional level, crafting compositions inspired by their stories.

I’m always open to feedback and collaboration, as it helps me refine my craft. While working in the music industry is a dream, I am also a grateful family man, and the support of my loved ones plays a crucial role in fuelling my passion. I am thankful to have such a strong network of family and friends who encourage me to keep pursuing my musical ambitions.

If you're in need of music for a production or project, feel free to reach out. I would be excited to contribute my creativity and help bring your vision to life.

Thank you for taking the time to explore my music—I look forward to hearing from you.

Best regards,

Matt

Euphoriqa - Always Behind You - Matt Baker & John Styles - Pre-release

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