Played on Bob Fischer's BBC Tees Introducing Show on 27th May 2017: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p052ztjf

"Those missed calls that are on my phone are not from you..."
Written, recorded and arranged April/May 2017
Slide Guitar by my good friend Moose
Mixed & Mastered by D. James

A Sort of Sadness

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A SORT OF SADNESS

The Cruel Horizon is one man. Written, recorded and all instruments are played by The Cruel Horizon, singer songwriter and musician of a One Man's Band. Except where noted. A BoysRoomRecords® Production
Member of the International Singer-Songwriter Association ISSA

Growing up in Darlington Pennsylvania, David Louthan started out developing his music skills by picking up a guitar at age 13, and this self produced singer songwriter has never looked back.

It seems it took a while for the music production bug to bite fully, but in 2006 David set about stepping up his musical goals, and focused himself on seriously producing and recording the catalogue of songs he had started building up through his formative years.

David cites a diverse range of influences on his life, from the retro sounds of Tom petty, Led Zeppelin, The Beatles, Jimi Hendrix, and The Doors, to the slightly later sound of bands like The Red Hot Chili Peppers. When you listen to David's music the influences are evident, and he handles straight ahead acoustic guitar based tracks such as the Bob Dylanesque 'Just a Kid’ as skillfully as more psychedelic influenced tracks such as 'Misguided Fear'

The term singer songwriter is often used to define a genre of its own, but most artists who classify themselves as such generally want to impart the fact that the songs are telling the story.

Running through David's playlist of songs on his SoundCloud page, he tells a story of humble determination in pursuit of your dreams, with tracks such as 'Family' reminding the listener of the age old adage that if they follow their heart, they wont go far wrong in life.

Something I'm sure we can all relate to is the tale of growing up too quickly and succumbing to the pressures of adult life. Sometimes we'd all like a day off and spend the day in the proverbial candy shop, reliving those carefree days of our childhood. David's message in the song 'Just A Kid' reminds us that there's a higher power helping us out in life, which should give us permission that quitting our worries, and taking time out to get in touch with our childlike side wouldn't do us any harm now and again.

A similar theme runs through the laid back piano and acoustic guitar melodies of ‘There’s A Place’ which arouses a very 60’s influenced feeling, encouraging us to find that part of our psyche that gives us the freedom and serenity to create and visualize our dreams. Going by the creativity contained in his catalogue of sad songs, I’d say that in his music David Lee Louthan has definitely found ‘his place’.   
Review by Simon Adams

A genre hopping multi-instrumentalist and recording artist based in the industrial area of Teesside.

A veteran of the 1990s Manchester music scene, Scott’s solo work has been played on regional, national and international radio and used in several independent films.

His tracks have been included on the BBC Introducing MIXTAPE and played on the Tom Robinson Show on BBC6.

Scott is currently collaborating with some diverse artists, both in the UK and further afield. 

For further info email: swatson1973@gmail.com

This page is space for my musical ideas. I spent considerable time learning classical guitar but am influenced by different musical genres. Most recordings use a nylon classical guitar and the songs are arranged for multiple acoustic guitar players. The recordings I have included in this page are mostly rough ideas that I may further develop before entering the recording studio. So I welcome your comments and advice.

I would like to thank all of you who have listened, liked, reposted and commented on my music.  Knowing that my music brings some positive experience to you means a lot, and it encourages me to put more time in my music.

I have been passionately creating music for a considerable amount of time. My vibe is mainly Rap, Rock and Pop. My purpose in writing music goes beyond mere entertainment. I am driven to compose songs that serve as a source of encouragement, inspiration, and upliftment, carrying a message of hope deeply rooted in the truth that Jesus died for the sins of man. Through my music, I strive to share my personal journey and experiences, revealing how Jesus is an integral part of my life and the creative process.

Shane Hillman- Vocals, Guitars, Bass, Drums, piano & midi for all Caught In Crossfire

A SORT OF SADNESS

Scott Watson