After a break, I've poured my heart and soul into something special: an album that's like an empowering playlist. Among new tracks, I’ve revisited classics, reimagining them all. Every track on this album is my own production.
Massive thanks to the incredible talents who've joined me on this adventure. Ziv @zivshalit from Israel, with stunning vocals on "Not Giving In." Nikita @kirschgartenboy, adding his voice on "Music In You." And the incredible (‘Supernature’) #AnyaKaye @anyakayeofficial. We share a history spanning 25 years – she's an absolute gem, always a joy! Special thanks to the lovely Nestroy choir who joined in on ‘The Art is Done’ and other tracks in a rushed session. Thanks to Sarah and her string ensemble for ‘True That’, ‘Marian’, ‘The Art is Done,’ and additional strings on other tracks.
The artwork captures me transformed into a robot; a photograph altered into a half-animated creature, symbolizing the dual complexities beneath our sunny exteriors ('Disco Beach Beat Machine'). This album explores the contrast between the moon ('Insomnia') and the sun ('Live Life'), the water ('Marian') and air ('Disco Beach'). It features gritty vocals ('Till & Jill'), dance beats, and a choir that resonates with us ('The Art is Done'). Lyrically, it reflects the realities of our double standards, society's demands that hide the struggles beneath. With one message: stay on your path, keep on, don’t give up, despite the noise.
It's a gentle reminder that within each of us there’s a wellspring of positivity. By letting that positivity shine, we attract goodness. This album mirrors the challenges faced by all of us in tumultuous times marked by global economic instability, the past pandemic, and conflicts between nations. It's an empowering, self-affirming #uplifting soundtrack, encouraging you to embrace your emotions and unleash your inner shine and spirit.
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