My Music
Below is a selection of my solo recording work. The selection includes original music composed by me, cover versions, parodies, and rearrangements. They are presented in reverse chronological order, with the most recent recordings first.
The Summer Dance Ends
Type: Original
Original song music and lyrics by me, dedicated to my recently departed friend and fellow founding member of the Coventry band, BAiT, Daniel Hall (1969-2024).
The broad themes touch on our time together, and a regret on my part that the germ of an idea to record as BAiT again with Dan singing lead could not be realised before he was taken from us. But you are of course free to interpret the song as you like. It lends itself to similar scenarios with friends, partners and loved ones.
It was high time I wrote and recorded another original song.
I'm no lead singer, but wanted to make the effort here with different vocal voicings, from a soft, open voice to a raspy, rock vocal.
At time of publishing, there's a fundraiser set up by Dan's brother in memory of Dan and in aid of the British Heart Foundation. If you've enjoyed this piece of music, please consider making a donation.
Recorded in Cubase at home. Drums played on an Alesis Crimson 2 electric drum kit, triggering samples from Superior Drummer 3. All other instruments are virtual instruments (VSTi), with added vocals by yours truly.
Cover art derived from photo by Yaroslav Shuraev.
