Fully remixed album (from March 2024 demos) updated with live drums by Martyn James. Contains midlife reflections on many things, belated bouts of outrage and billions of backing vocals.

Lessons (2025 remix)

The Serenity is a studio project somewhere between wave and pop music.
Thank you for being here and for listening. Comments are always welcome.
All songs are originals and copyrigthed.

Never the Bridle in interview with Mark Watkins: tinyurl.com/5n7frwf6

Come say hi: bsky.app/profile/neverthebridle.bsky.soc

'Lessons' was a November 2024 Fresh on the Net 'Fresh Fave' and has been played on Exile FM and North Manchester FM.

'Lessons', 'Say it now', 'Over and out', and several more album tracks, have had Amazing Radio airplay and are airing on their indie, pop, and rock + metal genre streams.

You can now hear them along with the rest of the album: 'Eldest Daughter Energy'.

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Solo singer-guitarist-bassist writing upbeat indie songs about anxiety and postpartum life. Keen to write for other artists.

I record the vocals, guitars and bass at home. Guest drums and production are by Martyn James.

The artist name is a reference to the scold's bridle, an archaic instrument of punishment primarily used on women.

All my links:
https://linktr.ee/neverthebridle

So happy you found me here♪

My goal is to create grand original songs with an atmosphere similar to rock or metal, layered with piano and strings.
The main themes of the songs are emotional themes such as love and dreams, as well as natural themes such as the universe, the world, the sky, and the sea.

I recorded the guitar, bass, piano and drums myself, although I'm not very good at them. The vocals (Koharu Rikka) are expressed using Synthesizer V.
Some elements like certain string parts, ambient sounds, and subtle adjustments were programmed using MIDI — although some of the string sounds were also played and recorded using an electric piano.

In particular, I love and cherish the structure of the songs, including the piano playing, the powerful and beautiful melodies, and the worldview created by the strings.

Please note that I don’t use Messages. Feel free to leave a comment instead.

I hope my original songs reach your heart.
Thank you for listening.

The New Bones is a Reading based Indie project based out of Ben's converted garage with regular contributions from his sons (Louis and Ollie) and brother (Big Dave)

mp3hugger is one of the original indie music blogs, established in 2005 and based off the coast of Ireland.

In A Galaxy is an Indie Folk Pop music duo that blends heartfelt storytelling with atmospheric melodies, crafting soundscapes that transport listeners to new sonic dimensions while evoking a sense of déjà vu. Our music intertwines folk’s narrative depth, indie’s free-spirited creativity, and pop’s melodic accessibility, creating a uniquely immersive experience.

At the core of our artistry is a singer-songwriter approach, ensuring that every track tells a story that resonates on a personal level. We embrace the indie ethos, valuing artistic freedom, raw authenticity, and a DIY mindset that allows us to shape our vision without creative constraints. Our production style is intimate yet expansive—balancing organic instrumentation with dreamlike sonic textures.

Beyond the music itself, we believe in the power of visual art as an integral part of our expression, weaving imagery into our storytelling to heighten the emotional impact of each project.

Founded by Marco and Kessler, In A Galaxy is the result of two creative minds dedicated to pushing musical boundaries while embracing the fusion of sound and visual art. Since our formation, we have released seven singles, each an exploration of sound, storytelling, and artistic evolution.

We’re excited to share our latest project, "Once in Life," a continuation of our journey into the intersection of music and visual art. Stay tuned for new releases, upcoming shows, and more artistic explorations.