Yes, my blog has been looking a little malnourished lately. You might say it has been left to rot like someone's collection of movie laser discs. But I assure you I have a valid excuse. I am finally releasing my debut album 'Ruins of Our Town' on November 20! You can preview tracks from the album at this address:
My sister, Charlotte, designed the wonderful artwork for the cover you can see above. She also has a website where you can view more of her distinctive art.
There will be 11 tracks total.
1. Broken Sunlight
2. Waiting For the Jets
3. The Discount Stores (Looked Ghostly At Night)
4. My Life Is A Flop
5. Slipping Away Again
6. Lazy Shoreline
7. A Time Before
8. Been Here Too Long
9. London Clouds
10. Tale Yet To Be Told
11. All the Things You Rely On
Alas, this release contains no great surprises. There will be no secret track, no guest musicians and definitely no horn arrangements. One song may feature a guitar solo. Another track may contain no drums. I think one track might even have an interesting effect done with an out of control delay pedal, an amplifier and a bathroom but that's about as shocking as it gets. Having said that, there are some good moments on here. If I had to pick a favourite it would be 'Lazy Shoreline' because it sounds relaxed yet intense at the same time, which is an ideal balance. I might go as far as to say this is a decent headphone album. I hope you enjoy it as well should you be so minded to purchase a copy.
-AMCS
Fires, Floods and Boredom (2006)
