Recording Studio - Nikelpiga

Today, was a very cold October day and the hands were hardly happy to press the keys or pick the strings. But the bows were once again out in force as recording for "Nikelpiga" began.

The idea for this track has been ongoing for some time and because of the essence and Swedish roots of such a song (which was dedicated to my wife and her Swedish family).

The song is a back to basics for the traditional Row Boat sound, with the reminiscent violins of Bella and sweeping ethereal pads. As with a lot of my songs, the track build up and layers are the core and driving force behind everything.

Today was productive (as not everyday is always productive) and the heart of the track is there. 5 violins, 2 fugalhorns, and 2 organs (with a bit crusher) and an emergence bass guitar make up the song so far. A few more percussive pieces to finish off are all that are now left.

Hopefully the wife will pack me up with some hot Pho soup on Thursday to keep the hands warm for another stint in the studio!

Johnson Ramm

Not too long back I met a fellow musician, a thoroughly nice chap. His name is Johnson Ramm.
You know the feeling you get when you've found something new and original and you want to keep it to yourself but you can't help it and you have to shout it from the rooftops and say "This guy is amazing!!" This is one of those moments.

I was asked to do some production work not long ago for his E.P. His style? Folk. Really good hearty folk. Lyrically, this guy is a genius. He writes the kind of words you wish you had thought of about 5 minutes previous! His attitude towards his work as an artist was such an inspiration as he let me guide him on certain aspects, it was me that ended up learning so much from that day.

I couldn't really tell you who he sounds like, as he has a raw and unfinished quality to his voice, it just fits into place with the atmosphere that he creates from his lyrics and melodies.

If you get chance you must check him out and stay upto date with the release of his E.P which is available very soon.

Johnson Ramm On Reverbnation