{"title":"Monohands","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"a-hope-in-fear","title":"A Hope In Fear","description":"\u003cp\u003eLewis McLaughlin, indie troubadour hailing from the vibrant streets of Leith, releases his highly anticipated second album,\u003ci\u003e A Hope In\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci\u003eFear\u003c\/i\u003e. Following the success of his debut LP, \u003ci\u003eFeel the Ground You Walk Upon\u003c\/i\u003e, McLaughlin's latest offering promises to captivate audiences with its blend of introspective lyricism and infectious melodies.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGrowing up in the heart of Edinburgh, McLaughlin found inspiration in the eclectic energy of his surroundings. From the bustling streets of Leith to the serene landscapes of the Highlands, his music reflects a deep connection to both urban grit and natural beauty. \"My songs have always had a strong sense of place,\" says McLaughlin. \"Leith and the Highlands shaped my perspective on life and art in profound ways.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMcLaughlin began writing songs in secret at the age of 14. After honing his craft through intimate pub gigs and local performances, he made the leap to Glasgow, where he collaborated with Andy Monaghan of Frightened Rabbit fame on his debut album. Released in 2022, the album garnered widespread acclaim and set the stage for McLaughlin's meteoric rise in the indie music scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith \u003ci\u003eA Hope In Fear\u003c\/i\u003e, McLaughlin delves deeper into themes of self-discovery and resilience. The album serves as a testament to his personal journey of overcoming fear and embracing new beginnings. From the anthemic energy of \"Pressure\" to the romantic balladry of \"Autumn,\" each track offers a glimpse into McLaughlin's evolving narrative.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeaturing a lineup of seasoned musicians including Lewis and Euan McLaughlin on guitars, Donald Barker on keys and vocals, Chloë Bryce on fiddle and vocals, Finlay Johnston on bass and vocals, and Steven Stark on drums, the album boasts a dynamic and cohesive sound. \"I wanted this album to capture the raw energy of our live performances,\" explains McLaughlin. \"We recorded it over a few intense weeks, allowing the band's musical expertise to shine through.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Folk edged Paolo Nutini for a fresher generation... masterful songwriting, acoustic folk to take you floating away on a cloud,\" raves the BBC’s Phoebe IH. Already high praise from the likes of Chris Martin and George Ezra, this record will cement Lewis’ voice as a songwriter for his generation.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Monohands","offers":[{"title":"Clear LP","offer_id":50450637586763,"sku":"2208733","price":27.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/1120\/6219\/files\/a2562074286_16_ea23b3b8_thumbnail_4096.jpg?v=1727113561"},{"product_id":"this-rock","title":"This Rock","description":"\u003cp\u003eAt its heart \u003ci\u003eThis Rock\u003c\/i\u003e is a timeless rock record rooted in expert musicianship, perfectly capturing that live band spirit while commenting on where we come from, where we live and how we interact with our surroundings, while maintaining a raw energy that cruises from the danceable freak folk of ‘Black Dog’ to hook laden ode to love songs ‘Walls’, all the while O’Sullivan’s unmistakable soothingly yet intoxicating vocal performance thrusts your attention front and centre. Nature runs as a central vein through the record, taking a chance to disconnect from the sometimes disorienting digital world, taking step back and putting a lid on the noise and appreciating the natural world on ‘Beekeeper’, and then human nature on eerie pulsing of opener ‘The Breaking Down’, which makes a statement on the meaning of freedom to different people. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMeanwhile, \u003ci\u003eThis Rock\u003c\/i\u003e looks to generations of women, from childhood to granny-hood, from tracks inspired by O’Sullivan’s five-year-old daughter asking “what is war?” and how to broach such a dark subject matter with someone so young, to trying to capture that childlike spirit again on the urgent, powerful single ‘Mothers’, while ‘Kneading’ looks to Jill’s granny and her extraordinariness through some people’s unextraordinary lens. “I like to feel surprised, I want people listening to it to feel alive and awake. And a lot of music feels a bit stale and gentle. And now you can say, Alexa, I would like some exercise music or I'm in a sad mood play me sad mood music. And I feel like, I just want to shake Alexa and be like, Alexa, fuck off. It’s quite simply a desire to spend more time in nature and appreciate how amazing it is. I grew up in a concrete jungle, Chicago is so urban. And even Glasgow with all the big tenements, there's not many trees. So in a way, I'm trying to imagine something a little bit different. Like, stop and look at the flowers, stop and reflect. “It all comes back to effectively talking about motherhood, memory, human nature and grief to some degree. 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