In the curious case of Alan Dweck, years of globetrotting – from France to Australia and even Hong Kong – collide in an evocative smorgasbord of progressive, jazz and blues that elevate Dweck’s poignant and exceedingly personal lyricism.

No better can this delicate balance of such powerful emotion and musicianship can be experienced than on the remastered rendition of ‘Before’ – one of the strongest cuts from Dweck’s 2019 debut album ‘Entangled Moments’. Led by its visually striking cover art – as Dweck strives to find the equilibrium between sonic and visual art  – ‘Before’ is a looking glass into the well-travelled life of the artist; the lucid motions of electric and bass being only a stage for Dweck’s, almost, autobiographical performance.

It should come as no surprise that ‘Before’ is paired with an equally as mesmerising visualiser to match the track’s own grandeur. It’s a monochrome world of smoke and liquids that is no small feat to ignore as the warbling bass and pained wails of guitar seem to drive this enchanting display; a perfect additional set of stimuli to allow the track to be fully realised.

As ‘Before’ does well to build anticipation for a forthcoming release planned later this year, its own intricacies and pockets of detail are more than a treat to dive between as we await what is to come.

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Anita Gabrielle has been making folk music since the late 1960s, when her brother Michael introduced her to the powerful sounds of Joni Mitchell.

Her talent blended with her supreme work ethic saw her achieve national coverage in the 1980s with her band The Crew. She has also supported seminal artists such as Divine and Labi Siffre.

Anita has always strived to have a broad musical pallet. She has incorporated acoustic rock and pop into her music through her collaborations with artists like ZeNaNa and The Favourite Aunties.

However, ever since her brother was tragically diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease last year, Anita has made it her primary mission to enhance research into the disease through her latest EP ‘Just Neat’.

This EP is comprised of 6 wonderful tracks that were materialised during lockdown, with the intention of raising funds for Parkinson’s disease research. The EP’s leading single ‘Best Friends’ is a soothing experience fronted by Anita’s ethereal vocals, tranquil guitar licks and piano riffs.

‘Just Neat’ also saw Anita get the incredible chance to work with Grammy award winning Amy Wadge, who has previously collaborated with Ed Sheeran. Amy’s gentle vocals and her innate ability on the piano serve as a valuable addition to EP’s sound.

Anita says of Amy:

“Obviously, I was absolutely thrilled to be supported by someone with the credentials of an artist like Amy, who not only has worked with Ed Sheeran but many other major artists such as Camila Cabello and Lady
Antebellum too”

Anita is also a dedicated campaigner for older women’s rights and LGBTQ+ issues, humorously describing herself as a ‘dyke in a hat’.

if that’s not enough, Anita has recently fought off a cancer scare, with the removal of a kidney and hip replacement; her burning desire and enthusiasm for life is evident in her wonderfully melodic songs. Go and check out ‘Just Neat’ if you haven’t already!

All money will go to Parkinson’s research and Anita has also set up a Just Giving page here: https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/anita-gabrielle

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single/1531735236?uo=4&app=itunes&at=1000lM6c
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