C Duncan Releases ‘Talk Talk Talk’ (FatCat Records)

C DUNCAN RELEASES ‘TALK TALK TALK’ AHEAD OF ALBUM RELEASE

OUT VIA FATCAT RECORDS TOMORROW, ‘HEALTH’ IS THE SCOTTISH TROUBADOUR’S THIRD STUDIO ALBUM

‘Talk Talk Talk’

Set for release via FatCat Records tomorrow, C Duncan’s highly anticipated third album sees the Scottish multi-instrumentalist ditch his bedroom studio and work with other producers, engineers and musicians for the first time. Warm and harmonically rich, Duncan delightfully juxtaposes the vibrant and wholesome aesthetic of the album with an often-darker lyrical undertone, pushing himself to refine and explore new ways of writing. As the sole protagonist of his self-carved niche, ‘Health’ sees Duncan evolve and expand its parameters in mesmerising fashion.

The album’s first single ‘Impossible’ was released in January, with Duncan combining strings and oddball psychedelic sounds. Next up, the title tracks syncopated piano rhythm and brooding vocal harmonies were reminiscent of the ‘The Midnight Sun’s’ soothing aural beauty. Last but by no means least, Duncan documents the trials of rebuilding fractured relationships on the rhythmic art-funk of new single ‘Talk Talk Talk.’ He had this to say on it:

“‘Talk Talk Talk’ about miscommunication. It’s about not realising that you’re actually on the same page as someone and how a misperception can drive you apart. However, it’s also about realising this and rebuilding bridges.”

Following the Mercury nominated debut ‘Architect’ (2015,) an it’s impressive follow up ‘The Midnight Sun’ (2016,) ‘Health’s’ soaring tapestries achieve what Duncan set out to. “With album 3 I wanted to take a more direct approach, adding even more layers but thematically and lyrically laid bare. Having someone else to bounce production ideas off was really eye-opening for me. In the past I had been very controlling about how everything would sound but ‘Health’ really showed me the benefit of working with others and made the whole process much less isolating,” he explains. Packed with fresh ideas and buzzing with invention, ‘Health’ combines syncopated art-pop piano rhythms with breezy, undulating heartbreak ballads executed with acute precision. As always Duncan has contributed all the artwork surrounding the release, and the colourful and natural aesthetic is reflected in the instrumentation and lyrics.

UK Tour Dates

Friday 19th April – The Lemon Tree, Aberdeen (tickets)

Thursday 25th April – The Cluny, Newcastle (tickets)

Friday 26th April – Band on the Wall, Manchester (tickets)

Saturday 27th April – Castle & Falcon, Birmingham (tickets)

Monday 29th April – Thekla, Bristol (tickets)

Tuesday 30th April – Komedia, Brighton (tickets)

Thursday 2nd May – Norwich Arts Centre, Norwich (tickets)

Friday 3rd May – Rescue Rooms, Nottingham (tickets)

Saturday 4th May – Live at Leeds Festival, Leeds

Sunday 5th May – Handmade Festival, Leicester

Tuesday 7th May – The Bullingdon, Oxford (tickets)

Wednesday 8th May – Scala, London (tickets)

Friday 10th May – Summerhall Arts Centre, Edinburgh (tickets)

Saturday 11th May – Maryhill Community Centre Hall, Glasgow (tickets)

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