{"title":"Tom Mcrae","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTom Mcrae is an English singer-songwriter, known for his heartfelt and introspective music. Born on 19 March 1969 in Chelmsford, Essex, Mcrae has captivated audiences with his soulful voice and poetic lyrics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInspired by the likes of David Ford, Stephen Fretwell, and Turin Brakes, Mcrae's music delves into themes of love, loss, and self-reflection. His songs resonate with listeners who appreciate raw emotion and thought-provoking storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a discography that spans over two decades, Mcrae has established himself as a respected artist in the industry. His unique blend of folk-rock melodies and poignant lyrics have earned him a dedicated fan base worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"etrange-hiver","title":"Etrange Hiver","description":"\u003cp\u003e(Strange Winter) is UK songwriter, Tom McRae's 9th studio album. An exquisite collection of original duets with renowned French artists, such as Keren Ann, Chien Noir, Alex Beaupain, Clou and more. McRae decided to collaborate on these 11 new songs with various artists as a way of acknowledging his deep love of French music, and deepen his relationship with mainland Europe, following Britain’s disastrous decision to leave the EU. Tom’s debut album went Gold in France in 2001, selling over 60,000 copies, and he has divided his time between Paris and Wiltshire since 2021. Says Tom: “I grew up being intrigued by classic French songs. Before streaming services made all music readily available, only the huge crossover pop songs made it across the channel, but while my friends were listening to Vanessa Paradis, I was listening to Serge Gainsbourg. It seemed exotic, adventurous, and to be from another planet, let alone a country only 21 miles away from my own.” During Covid, McRae released a single with his Belgian friend, Wannes Cappelle, a reworking of one of Tom’s songs in English and West Vlaams, as well as an album of duets with a Welsh artist, Lowri Evans. Both projects sparking his interest in collaboration with other artists. “It’s not been a great time to be British since 2016”, says McRae. “We’ve become politically, economically and culturally isolated since Brexit - and I want to show that I feel more of a European than simply just an English person.” “But mostly this album, Étrange Hiver, is about beautiful songs, some in English, some in French. Sung as duets with friends (some established artists, as well as some new or undiscovered voices) and creating 11 little emotional moments in a crazy world. Some cinematic, some more intimate and personal, all of the songs addressing the important things in life: love, loss, political populism, impending climate collapse… written at a time when it feels as if the world may never escape from this long, strange winter.“ Artists duetting on this album with Tom include: Keren Ann, Chien Noir, Clou, Alex Beaupain, Rose, Naya, Vanille, Helena Noguerra, Alma Forrer, Aïtone, Julien Brocal, and now more are lining up to sing with Tom on a volume 2\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Buzzard Tree","offers":[{"title":"Black LP","offer_id":50380788826443,"sku":"2178192","price":24.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"CD","offer_id":50380789547339,"sku":"2178196","price":13.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/1120\/6219\/files\/Tom_McRae_-_ETRANGE_HIVER_3d24c891_thumbnail_4096.jpg?v=1726223114"},{"product_id":"ah-the-world-oh-the-world","title":"Ah, The World! 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