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Mandi: Friulian farewell; attributed variously as a diminution of “m'arcomandi” (“I recommend”), or the Latin “manus dei” (“hand of God”), or the Italian mani di deo (roughly, “may you stay in the hands of God”).

Mandi is the debut album from UK-based Canadian saxophonist David Zucchi, which explores a collection of reel-to-reels recorded by his father’s family in 1959 on a Geloso G. 255 recording device. Elaborations on and reconstructions of the words, songs, and music of these tapes, along with the glitches inherent in the recording process and the deterioration of the reels form the basis of the musical material.

Full album available here - https://peopleplacesrecords.bandcamp.com/album/mandi

Salve Regina

New song available everywhere ! It’s a mix of hip hop, rock, and pop, and was inspired by the phrase: “Give them bread and circuses and they will never revolt.” From that point, everything just flowed naturally. I’ve poured love and passion into this track.

Serious People Rule The World (feat. C.A.M.)

Debut single by Jersey's heavy prog rockers, Gurnslinger.

Taken from the album 'Who Killed The World?' out 2025 on Argonauta Records.

Recorded at Orbital Studios, Rozel by Lucas Saunter.

Mixed by Steve Sears Jr.

Who Killed The World?

CAPABLE

Hot Moon

Fuss About [Clean]

Music by Red Quarters
Produced and recorded by Brandon Petit @ Modular Rodeo

a known unknown

Hound Holding Heart

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LYRICS
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I am selling crucifixes,
I am selling crucifixes
by the pound…
I’m also selling Bibles,
I’m also selling Vatican stamps.

I‘m selling holy water,
I’m selling holy water
by the glass.
I’m also selling candles,
I’m also selling In Memoriam cards.

Oh, I’m not sure…
Why do you ask?
The life line’s long and deep;
it’s also free from cuts or stars.
I’m more concerned
about the heart line…

I am selling cauliflowers,
I am selling cauliflowers,
pink and white.
I’m also selling carrots,
and when I do, I cannot help but smile.

I am selling wild tomatoes,
I’m selling wild tomatoes,
proper wild.
I’m also selling olives,
I’m also selling sprigs of lemon thyme.

Oh, I’m not sure…
Why do you ask?
The health line doesn’t show;
that means your health is quite alright.
I’m more concerned
about the heart line…

I’m planting seeds of terror,
I’m planting seeds of terror…
Is that bad?
Well, something tells me it isn’t,
and if it is, tough luck, it’s too late now.

I’m selling araucanas,
cauliflowers, crucifixes, and the like.
I’m selling false impressions,
half-promises, and elevated lies.

Oh, I’m not sure…
Why do you ask?
The head line isn’t curved,
and cuts in half the Plain of Mars;
I’m more concerned
about the heart line…

Conditional Love

The Heart Line

“Brave Face” delves into the emotional tightrope of projecting strength while grappling with personal struggles. Through heartfelt lyrics like “I’m half my scars and half my pain” and “I tell the world I’m good and act like everything’s okay,” Alex candidly reflects on the masks we wear to navigate life’s challenges.

Brave Face

Alex Cambridge - Brave Face

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The Heart Line

Theo Ekbaum

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