Friday, 12 July 2013

'Breathing' - Track 2 from Clive Farrington's new album 'Independence'

"I'm barely breathing... when I think about her"


Track 2: 'Breathing' from Clive Farrington's solo album 'Independence'.

July 4th 2013 (Manchester, United Kingdom) - Music producer, Jon Brooks, teamed up with Clive Farrington (lead vocalist - 'When In Rome') to co-write and produce Clive's first solo album 'Independence'.  The official release date is significant as 4th July also represents Clive Farrington's independent release outside of 'When in Rome'.

Please comment, like, share and subscribe to be notified of future uploads.  Thank you!

TMR Blog: http://toughmonkeyrecords.blogspot.co.uk
TMR Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/ToughMonkeyRecords
TMR YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/user/ToughMonkeyRecords

- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - LYRICS - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

VERSE 1
I'm breathin' in but only breathing thin air
Talking all the time but not getting anywhere
Falling for and in and out of love
The breaking heart comes always hand in glove

CHORUS
I'm barely breathing... when I think about her
I'm barely breathing... when I think about her

VERSE 2
I'm walking down your street, I can't stand the atmosphere
A few small steps away, and then I'll be out of here
I'm walking back to freedom and I'm walking in the rain
I'm moving so my head is clear, 'cos I can't stand this pain

CHORUS
I'm barely breathing... when I think about her
I'm barely breathing... when I think about her
I'm barely breathing... when I think about her
I'm barely breathing... when I think about her

When I think about her...

Breathin' in but only breathing thin air
Talking all the time but not getting anywhere
Falling for and in and out of love
The breaking heart comes always hand in glove

CHORUS
I'm barely breathing... when I think about her
I'm barely breathing... when I think about her
I'm barely breathing... when I think about her
I'm barely breathing... when I think about her

I'm barely breathing...

- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

Music & lyrics written, performed, arranged and produced by: Jon Brooks and Clive Farrington (TMR Studios)
Vocals: Clive Farrington
Piano / Strings: Jon Brooks 
Ibanez Acoustic Bass: Clive Farrington
Drum Programing: Jon Brooks and Clive Farrington
Mastered by: TGM Audio Mastering

When in Rome had a No. 1 hit single in the USA called 'The Promise'.  It was released in 1988.  In 2004, 'The Promise' was used as the end title theme for the successful movie, 'Napoleon Dynamite'.  Due to unfortunate legal issues over the name 'When In Rome', Clive decided to go ahead with a solo album...

The new album exhibits a fusion of styles; blending classical orchestral elements with a modern day electronic sound... as an addition to this, 'Independence' also boasts a hint of the 80's too!  It's already receiving extensive radio play and TMR Records have just negotiated and licensed two of the tracks to GAP (Mexico) for use on their latest compilation CD.  Some of the album's tracks could be classed as a cross between the 'Pet Shop Boys', David Guetta, Scott Walker and Robert Miles.  The songs are honest, suitably original and highly emotive.

Clive: "I met Jon whilst working as a Technical Install Manager at Castle Rock Studios in Alderley Edge, Cheshire, UK.  The CRS studio was being built by the fabulous TSP (The Studio People).  At the same time, and unbeknown to me, a smaller version on the same design level as CRS was being built right around the corner from my home in Stockport, Cheshire, UK!  The builders on that project would come by CRS and tell me about Jon Brooks and how he's into film score projects... Right up my street, I thought!!!  Jon has a Masters in Composition for Film and Television.  He had just relocated back to the UK after spending six years working as an in-house composer for one of the best audio post-production studios in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.  He specialised in music composition and audio production for film, television and advertising.  I wanted to get to know him and maybe put something together.  I dropped by Jon's studio and left my card with his father.  Jon called me a week later, and now... just listen to the new album and breathe in the fabulous results!"

The new album 'INDEPENDENCE' is released on TMR (Tough Monkey Records) through Kobalt Label Services / AWAL on July 4th 2013.

Music & Lyrics - © TMR: Clive Farrington / Jon Brooks.

Thursday, 11 July 2013

Tough Monkey Records are very proud and delighted to announce that Clive Farrington's album 'Independence' is now available to download on iTunes

TMR are delighted to announce that Clive Farrington's album 'Independence' is available now to download on iTunes.

We've had some great feedback too! You can preview each track by clicking the link below... Thank you again to everyone who has supported us throughout the production.  We very much appreciate all your kind words, thoughts and support.  Love and best wishes, J & C. xxx   :-)

Click the following link for the album preview and download: 'Independence' on iTunes

© 2013 - Tough Monkey Records

Thursday, 4 July 2013

The opening track 'Deliver' from the new album on YouTube...

Track 1: 'Deliver'


'Deliver' from Clive Farrington's solo album 'Independence'.  Can you hear the morse code rhythm throughout the choruses?  Are you able to decipher the meaning?  If so, make sure you comment in the comment section below!  Ask your friends, ask your family, ask your colleagues... ask your pets!  Who will be the first person to work it out?  Good luck!!

Released on July 4th, 2013 (Manchester, United Kingdom) - Music producer, Jon Brooks, teamed up with Clive Farrington (lead vocalist - 'When In Rome') to co-write and produce Clive's first solo album 'Independence'.  The official release date is significant as 4th July also represents Clive Farrington's independent release outside of 'When in Rome'.

Please comment, like, share and subscribe to be notified of future uploads.  Thank you!


- - - - - - - - - - - - - - -  LYRICS  - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

VERSE 1:
You said it all, with that look you gave
A look only I can see
And if you could, then you would wonder
How and why... me?

CHORUS:
And all I wanted was your love
Why could you not deliver?
And if we tried harder maybe we
Could have loved forever

VERSE 2:
And if you look closely in the looking glass
You might just see what I can see
A look of disdain for no reason
The look that says you're lost at sea

CHORUS:
And all I wanted was your love
Why could you not deliver?
And if we tried harder maybe we
Could have loved forever

Yeah... You're all I ever wanted

I tried and tried so many times
Why could you not deliver?
And if we tried harder maybe we
Could have loved forever

I tried and tried so many times
Why could you not deliver?
And if we tried harder maybe we
Could have loved forever

And if we tried harder maybe we
Could have loved forever
Why could you not deliver?
 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

The new album 'INDEPENDENCE' is released on TMR (Tough Monkey Records) through Kobalt Label Services / AWAL on July 4th 2013.

Music and lyrics written, performed, arranged and produced by: Jon Brooks and Clive Farrington
Vocals: Clive Farrington
Piano / Strings: Jon Brooks 
Ibanez Acoustic Bass: Clive Farrington
Drum Programing: Jon Brooks and Clive Farrington
Mastered by: TGM Audio Mastering

Music & Lyrics - © 2013 TMR: Clive Farrington / Jon Brooks.

TMR release Clive Farrington's New Solo Album "Independence" - 4th July


Clive Farrington
‘Independence’
Tough Monkey Records (TMR)


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

For further information, contact:
Jon Brooks or Clive Farrington
Tel: +44 (0)161 428 6776
Email: clivejonmusic@gmail.com

BRAND NEW RECORD LABEL RELEASE CLIVE FARRINGTON’S
FIRST SOLO ALBUM - “INDEPENDENCE”

July 4th, 2013 (Manchester, United Kingdom) - Manchester based music producer, Jon Brooks, teams up with Clive Farrington (lead vocalist - When In Rome) to co-write and produce Clive’s first solo album ‘Independence’.  The official release date is significant as 4th July also represents Clive Farrington’s independent release outside of When in Rome.

When in Rome had a No. 1 hit single in the USA called ‘The Promise’.  It was released in 1988.  In 2004, ‘The Promise’ was used as the end title theme for the successful movie, ‘Napoleon Dynamite’.  Due to unfortunate legal issues over the name ‘When In Rome’, Clive decided to go ahead with a solo album…

The new album exhibits a fusion of styles; blending classical orchestral elements with a modern day electronic sound… as an addition to this, ‘Independence’ also boasts a hint of the 80’s too!  It’s already receiving extensive radio play and TMR Records have just negotiated and licensed two of the tracks to GAP (Mexico) for use on their latest compilation CD.  Some of the album’s tracks could be classed as a cross between the ‘Pet Shop Boys’, David Guetta, Scott Walker and Robert Miles.  The songs are honest, suitably original and highly emotive.

Clive: “I met Jon whilst working as a Technical Install Manager at Castle Rock Studios in Alderley Edge, Cheshire, UK.  The CRS studio was being built by the fabulous TSP (The Studio People).  At the same time, and unbeknownst to me, a smaller version on the same design level as CRS was being built right around the corner from my home in Stockport, Cheshire, UK!  The builders on that project would come by CRS and tell me about Jon Brooks and how he’s into film score projects… Right up my street, I thought!!!  Jon has a Masters in Composition for Film and Television.  He had just relocated back to the UK after spending six years working as an in-house composer for one of the best audio post-production studios in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.  He specialised in music composition and audio production for film, television and advertising.  I wanted to get to know him and maybe put something together.  I dropped by Jon’s studio and left my card with his father.  Jon called me a week later, and now… just listen to the new album and breathe in the fabulous results!”

The new album ‘INDEPENDENCE’ is released on TMR (Tough Monkey Records) through Kobalt Label Services / AWAL on July 4th 2013.

For further information, please contact Clive Farrington or Jon Brooks:


Address:                                  Tel:     +44 (0)161 428 6776
TMR Records                            Fax:    +44 (0)161 428 7330
Unit 8b                                      Email: clivejonmusic@gmail.com
Mackenzie Industrial Park             
Cheadle Heath
Stockport, Cheshire
SK3 0SB
United Kindgom












TMR Blog: http://toughmonkeyrecords.blogspot.co.uk

Thursday, 27 June 2013

Mountain Lyrics - Nuno45's Artwork

Good afternoon ladies and gentlemen!

Nuno45 has kindly designed this promo artwork incorporating the lyrics for 'Mountain'.  Thanks Nuno!

TMR recommend a visit to his Facebook page here: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Studio-N45/297692730346149

Wednesday, 26 June 2013

Clive Farrington closes song use deal with GAP Clothing, Mexico!


Jon and I are very excited to announce that 'Showdown' and 'Invisible' have been chosen for forthcoming music compilations for GAP Clothing in Mexico. The CD compilations will be available within GAP Stores throughout the Mexican territory.  We believe that all GAP outlets will offer this as a special gift with purchases over a certain amount* (amount* TBC).

We would like to thank Roger Beltranrussell, Paty Carrera and Ale Carrera for their support in closing this deal.
Click the logo to visit the GAP Mexico website.

Clive Farrington - Mountain: The Remixes EP

Now available on all major digital distribution sites!

"Mountain: The Remixes" is now available for digital download on all major distribution sites including iTunes and Amazon.


Special thanks to Steve Benz: WSDI WorldWide, 1Love (aka Paul Todd), Tony Brown (aka Wi777ard) for their contribution to this; TMR's first ever release!  Thanks to all those who have supported us throughout the recording of this latest EP.  We're looking forward to releasing Clive Farrington's solo album "Independence" on July 4th 2013 through TMR/Kobalt Label Services.

Here's the download link for Mountain: The Remixes EP.

TRACK LIST:
                           
                                     01. Mountain (Tough Monkeys Radio Mix)
                                     02. Mountain (Tough Monkeys Club Mix)
                                     03. Mountain - Tony Brown (Netherland Mix)
                                     04. Invisible

Love and best wishes,
Clive and Jon
xxx