I wrote a random song about a mermaid and had no idea that it was premonition for my love life. but it was. crazy. life unfolded and lyrics suddenly started to make sense. the art we create is sometimes a self fulfilling prophecy and that's pretty cool I think.

credits to producer Orla O'Dwyer for being an ANGEL. you made my dreamscape become real. you were a darling to work with, so patient and understanding.

credits to Gooch for the floaty tropical guitar chords. Wicked .

credits to the percussionist who wants to remain anonymous because he thinks he's too cool for this cute track we made. and also probably more because he's embarrassed about our cheaky flliingg! tee-hee 

enjoy xxx

The Siren

have a philosophy; some people are like Diamonds. 

Diamonds are beautiful, clear, strong and precious. It's hard to imagine that the diamond was once just ordinary carbon based matter. To become a gem, that carbon matter must withstand an enormous amount of pressure and time in order to transform into a diamond. And remember, diamonds are rare!

Well, I believe some people are like Diamonds. Diamonds are the people who can withstand the most challenging, difficult, traumatic human experiences and come out of the other side stronger, wiser and kinder. Through their xperiences they have refused to crumble or darken, and instead have crystallised into a shining beacon of compassion and guidence, hope and truth for those around them. 

This song was written for my best friends Maddie and Andrea who have been a blessed presence in my life.
I extend the dedication to all the Diamonds in the world. Whenever I meet one I tell them about this philosophy. I hope this song helps you to shine proudly and brightly.

Credits are due:
Producer Chris Lightowler (thank you for being so dedicated to the project. thank you for your creativity and good vibes. working on this with you really pulled me out of a dark place)
Guitarists Joe Sargent and Nii 
Recorded in Evoke Studios
Photo by Will Killen


Diamond

This is a demo I made few years ago with pals and freinds (Joe Sargent and Sundown Recording). I feel called to share this track, despite it's unfinished, unmixed and raw nature. I hope to someday revist the recording studios and complete some songs. For now, I hope this song finds those that need to hear it, if anybody at all. Thank you for listening and enjoy.

Illusion

I just made this one for fun in about, it only took me a couple of hours. I hope you enjoy my little rendition of Depache Mode's finest.

You can download any of my tracks from http://paradaeis.bandcamp.com


I Just Can't Get Enough

Here is a song I wrote about my first kiss

Sandman please be late tonight,
Don’t tip-toe in and shift the dust
that is suspended with the clocks
that have stopped turning.
We’ve stopped moving.

In the dark
I can only see your eyes.
Can you feel my heart?
Pirouetting like a ballerina, terrified.

Your gaze is shifting
between my freckles and my nose and mouth.
I play with wishing
that the butterflies would all spill out.

Sandman,
We don't want to close our eyes.
Please be late tonight,
Sandman.

Sandman please be late tonight,
Don’t tip-toe in and shift the dust
that is suspended with the clocks
that have stopped turning.
We’ve stopped moving.

Our static bodies rest
In the flicker of TV light.
When did this nest
Of tangled limbs begin to feel so right?

There’s a sacred place
Measuring the width of a breath between our lips.
There’s no sweeter taste
Than in this silver moment before our first kiss.

Sandman please be late tonight,
Don’t tip-toe in and shift the dust
that is suspended with the clocks
that have stopped turning.
We’ve stopped moving.

Sandman,
We don't want to close our eyes.
Please be late tonight,
Sandman.

Sandman

Written and produced by Rowan Thorsby
Artwork by Bethan Thorsby

I like talking about things that I shouldn't.
Does it make you see me differently?
Let's throw the rule book out the window,
Feel our way and see where this could lead.

Boy you're making me addicted,
Won't you hit me up again?
This feeling tastes like Fanta
and it's fizzing on my skin,
And I hate it when you don't
Kiss me in the morning.
And the bubble bursts.

I like teasing those that I shouldn't,
But it's just my way of loving you.
Don't you dare run away now.
To make me go through that again would only be too cruel.

Paradaeis

Fanta/Dirty Talk

Written and Performed by Rowan Thorsby
Recorded by David Munive
Produced by Myles Johnson
Featuring: Joe Sargent (guitar are mandolin on 'Everything'), Ryan Hutson (Guitar on 'Chasing Thunder'), David Munive (Bass in 'Chasing Thunder'), Beth Fry (Korg Monologue on 'Hold On' and Campbell Messer (Guitar on 'Dive')

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