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Written during that time, JAMES OR’s latest single is one of endearing optimism: a celebration of the quietly beautiful moments that live on amidst headline-consuming chaos.
Recalling the songwriting process, James says “We were a bit shell-shocked coming out of the first lockdown - but then our niece was born and things started to make sense again. It felt like taking in a big gulp of fresh air for the first time in months. She became a lifeline for us all”.
Opening with an uplifting guitar hook and Elbow-esque strings, Wild is a song of real heart that succinctly captures the mood of an unprecedented time (evident in lyrics like 'a crowd of strangers making up the rules as they go; odd jobs and favours', written about the frontline staff
working tirelessly against unthinkable odds.)
Wild’s infectious and instantly hummable chorus melody stays with the listener; as does its underlying message: that good things can still happen in shit times.
As the song builds, so does the reassurance and imagery of James’ lyrics (“gave us something to be hopeful for; a summer on the coast, somewhere on the coast”).
“I wrote Wild for everyone that wasn’t there with us; for the people who had to witness special moments from afar. I know everyone was craving connection at that time, and I think our niece’s arrival gave us that.”
lyrics
Born in the eye of the storm
a crowd of strangers
making up the rules as they go
odd jobs and favours.
In a time that waits for no man
you stopped it in its tracks
I guess that was your plan.
released March 23, 2023
Written by JAMES OR, Michael Hogan & Julianne Quirke.
Lyrics by JAMES OR
Produced by Michael Hogan & JAMES OR
Performed by JAMES OR (Vocals, Guitars), Michael Hogan (Guitars), Julianne Quirke (Cello, Vocals), Dylan Howe (Keys), Evander Swaby (Bass), Calvin Hansen (Drums)
Recorded and mixed by Grant Strang @ Silvershark Studios, London
Mastered by Frank Arkwright @ Abbey Road Studios
Special thanks to Christian Best and Ben Morris for their help during production of Wild.
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