'Everybody's talking at me' is a Rocksteady-Reggae cover version by Richard 'Ricky' Palmer,  an independent singer/songwriter and a Respiratory Nurse Practitioner from Portsmouth, UK.
The Riddim featured on the track is by Stuart 'MightyZ' Ingles & Christian Cowlin.

The song was originally written and recorded by American singer-songwriter Fred Neil in 1966 and released two years later with the title 'Everybody's Talkin' (Echoes)'.  A version of the song performed by Harry Nilsson became a hit in 1969, and was featured in the film Midnight Cowboy. 

The lyrics of the song depict the introverted narrator's inability to connect with others. Not hearing or truly seeing them, the narrator declares an intention to leave for the ocean and the summer breeze. A desire to retreat from the harshness of the city to a more peaceful place and an easier life.

The original music was composed by Fred Neil, and has been adapted by Richard 'Ricky' Palmer
“Everybody's talking at me” is a version of “Everybody's Talkin' (Echoes)” (Neil).  Published by Bmg Rights Management (Uk) Limited. Used by permission.  All rights reserved.

Recorded at Mayfield Studios, Portsmouth, UK
Sound Engineer: Matt Brook

Writer/composer: Fred Neil
Vocals: Richard 'Ricky' Palmer
Riddim: Stuart 'MightyZ 'Ingles & Christian Cowlin.

Produced by Richard 'Ricky' Palmer & Matt Brook

Music distributer: Horus Music.

Record label: Shine4U Records

https://linktr.ee/RichardRickyPalmer
License
Creative Commons Attribution license (reuse allowed)

Everybody's talking at me

Everybody's Talking At Me.  (Reggae Version)

Every journey starts with One Small Step

Every journey starts with One Small Step (feat. The Shine4U Project)

I have always loved this track. When I was given the opportunity to record it, I was made up. 
Recorded un Portsmouth UK, at Mayfield Studios

Lip Up Fatty (Demo) Cover Version.

Ska cover version of Nancy Sinatra's 'These boots were made for walking'
(Demo)

These boots were made for...Stomping! (Demo) Ska cover version.

This song was originally released by Tony Meehan and Jet Harris as an instrumental. 
Richard'Ricky'Palmer has bought the track into the 21st century by adding lyrics. 
Written as a tribute to his late mother, Joan. 

Diamonds (Demo) - Richard'Ricky'Palmer

my version of TUTTI FRUTTI - I'm homage to Little Richard. 

Tutti Frutti (Demo).mp3

A re-imagining of the classic 1970's tune, You've got a friend, originally written and recorded by Carole King.

Richard 'Ricky' Palmer has called upon local musicians to come together to record this version of You've got a friend. 

Collectively known as The Shine4U Project, a group of like-minded  local musicians who offer their time and musical talent to produce music for good causes. 

it is hoped the track will be used to support a local charity.

You've Got A Friend (demo).mp3

Lip up fatty

These boots are made for Stomping

Lean on me (Reggae version) Demo

Written to promote my home city Portsmouth, UK. 
I have used the tune from Sailing, and added lyrics that related to Portsmouth. www.shine4urecords.co.uk 

Pride in Portsmouth (Demo) Version 1 Richard 'Ricky' Palmer

I have utilised music from Sailing, and added lyrics that are relevant to me and my city. 

Pride in Portsmouth (Demo)

my version of instrumental song from 1963. 
I have added lyrics. 

Diamonds

Bring him home (Live version)

my tribute to my hero, Buddy Holly. 
I hope to release the mastered version on the day the music died. Buddy Holly died in a plane crash 03rd February 1959

True Love Ways (Demo) Richard 'Ricky' Palmer

True Love Ways - Master.mp3

Here is my version of the Beatles I Feel Fine. 


I Feel Fine instrumental (DEMO recording)

Here is my rendition of the track, The Killing of Georgie, originally recorded by Rid Stewart. 

The Killing Of Georgie (parts 1 & 2) [Demo version]

I wrote this track many years ago. 
This is a live acoustic version of my song. 

How low can I go? (Constant Abuse)

This track is a cover of the 1970's track You've got a friend.
Along with local musicians, we have brought the song upto date, and ready for a whole new audience to discover. 
I hope you enjoy our rendition of the song.

-Richard'Ricky'Palmer 
CEO - Shine4urecords.co.uk 
Lead vocalist, musician, producer, arranger. 
info@shine4urecords.co.uk 

You've Got A Friend (Demo) Richard 'Ricky' Palmer & The Shine4U Project.

Richard 'Ricky' Palmer's cover version of Buddy Holly's It doesn't matter anymore.

It Doesn't Matter Anymore. (Demo)

An Anthem for my friends from the Trans community

Trans Flag (Demo recording #1)

This track is being released to support my friends from the Transgender community. 

'Raise your Trans flag high' is An Anthem for the Trans community to support them during their struggle for equality. 

The single will be released on the Shine4U Record label and distributed worldwide by Horus Music.  

Raise your Trans flag high. An Anthem for the Trans community [Demo2].mp3

Raise your Trans flag high (An Anthem for the Transgender community)

A cover version of song from Disney's Encanto. 

Waiting On A Miracle Demo recording

This track is being released to support my friends from the Transgender community.

'Raise your Trans flag high' is An Anthem for the Trans community to support them during their struggle for equality.

The single is released on the Shine4U Record label and distributed worldwide by Horus Music.





Raise your Trans flag high (An Anthem for the Transgender community).wav

a slowed down, mellow version of Elvis Presley's That's Alright


That's Alright Mama. DEMO (unplugged)

Richard'Ricky'Palmer & The Shine4U Project have recorded a single to support The Baton of Hope organisation. The track will be released on 10th October 2025; On World Mental Health Day. 

The Shine4U Project is a collective of local musicians from in and around Portsmouth, Hampshire.

The Baton of Hope UK raises awareness of suicide prevention, improving access to information and services so as to prevent suicide. 

https://batonofhopeuk.org/

'I wanted to record a song that really reaches out to anyone who is stuggling with thoughts of suicide. As a suicide survivor, I know the importance of someone reaching out...a dear friend did reach out a hand and saved my life. I hope my song will inspire people to call a friend and check in on them; it might be the thing that saves them.' 

- Richard  'Ricky' Palmer
Suicide survivor. 
I was saved on the 7th of January 2025.

You've Got A Friend. (Song for The Baton of Hope 2025) DEMO.mp3

This is my cover version of Elvis Presley's track from 1956. 
In fact, Elvis's version is a cover of the original song my Arthur Crudup from 1946. 
I love both versions and wanted to reinvent the track as an unplugged, mellowed out version. 

Vocals:  Richard 'Ricky' Palmer 
Guitar:   Ian Templeton
Piano:    Daniel Bem
Producer: Richard T. Palmer
Sound engineers: Ian Templeton; Matt Brook
Recorded at the following studio:
Shine4U Records; Compact Sound Studios; Mayfield Records.

Record label: Shine4urecords.co.uk 



That's all right, mama

Waiting on a miracle

My version of Tribute to Buddy. This song was originally released in 1961 by Mike Berry

Buddy [A tribute to Buddy Holly]

This track has been written by Richard 'Ricky' Palmer.
The song is a rallying call - let us all try to bring a sense of Unity in our communities.


Spirit Of Unity [demo]

Buddy

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Richard 'Ricky' Palmer is a singer/song-writing Nurse Practitioner from Portsmouth UK.

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