GRAHAM BROWN WARNS US ABOUT MRS. JEKYLL.............A DUAL REALITY ??
It's been a while since we last posted a new song on the PBGB blog, but now we’re back, with something different.
Graham has written a number of songs drawn from real life situations........the sort of situations which most of us have faced at some point. ‘Can’t Take it Back’ and ‘First Impressions’ , both of which you can listen to in the PBGB Vault, are two examples.
Mrs Jekyll (no relation to the original Dr Jekyll & Hyde of course!) is about the duplicity and the ability that some people have to hide their other, sometimes darker and more manipulative sides from us.
Mrs Jekyll was written nearly two years ago. At the time we tried different melodies and styles but gave up and pushed it to the back of the song queue.
But recently Graham decided to put it back on the table and suggested a particular Latin groove, with a more percussive feel.
We’re more than happy with the result. Mick’s vocals really bring the lyrics to life; the solid drum and bass duo of Pete and Lou keep the groove tight and give Neil, Mick and Graham the opportunity to add some spice with their instrumental interludes! And, as always, Neil’s production is what makes it work.
We had lots of fun putting it together and we're pleased with the result.
Hope you like it!
credits
from THE VAULT,
track released September 11, 2022
Graham Brown - writer, percussion and backing vocal
Mick Nadin - vocal and harmonica
Louise Nadin - bass
Peter Reid - drums and backing vocal
Neil Porter - guitar and production
Includes a "live from The PBGB Shed" song - with Chris Ralfs on fretless bass and Peter Reid on drums. Some interesting time signatures, RnB and acoustic rock here - plus something a little harder :) PBGB
"Signs Of Life" All original songs on the second album by Neil Porter our guitarist and tech-geek - he has a unique style of writing and singing - high quality production. Just a good listen really. PBGB
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