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Harry Heart releases new album “Cambistry” following sold out NFT collection!

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2 years ago

June 1, 2023

Don Reed

What if fans could decide when an album is released? British-Australian multi-instrumentalist, writer and producer Harry Heart explores this idea with his second independent album “Cambistry”, which was released on 5^th May after initially selling all eleven album tracks as collectable music NFTs. The NFTs themselves create a way for Harry Heart to connect with fans more intimately, giving collectors an opportunity to own a slice of Harry Heart fandom whilst influencing the release process.

“Cambistry” came out on Harry’s own label, Strange Method Music Group. The concept was simple: when a fan buys the music NFT, the song gets released on streaming services. With the entire NFT album now sold out, collectors and fans got to push the button on the official release of “Cambistry”, playing their part in the artist’s unusual story.

“Cambistry” was written in Manchester, drawing from the alt-electronica influences of LCD Soundsystem and James Blake, as well as eighties art-pop artists Talk Talk, The Blue Nile and The Durutti Column. The NFT series began as an act of defiance to the conventional release blueprint and picked up more traction than Harry anticipated. “I wanted to challenge myself and leave behind some old creative habits” he explains. “Once I gave myself complete freedom to make any kind of music, I decided to embrace a new way of releasing it”.

Harry Heart is a songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and producer born in London and raised in rural Australia. He was a finalist in Australian national radio station Triple J’s high school band competition ‘Unearthed High’ twice at ages 14 and 16. After several years working to reclaim the success experienced as a teen, he created the record label Strange Method Music Group in 2022, specialising in NFTs and limited release cassettes. His lyrics are influenced by his interests in philosophy, the challenges of building a career & the diversity of his two nationalities.

In recent months, Heart appeared at The Great Escape, Beautiful Days and Celtic Connections festivals, toured the UK, and reached the one million streams milestone. He knows how to blend big guitars with an electronic DIY flavour, always embracing duality: refined yet messy, traditional yet inventive.

With a vast catalogue of independently released music, Harry gathers new listeners regularly from all corners of the globe across Apple, Spotify and SoundCloud, all the while recruiting a new fanbase from the web3 frontier. “Cambistry” is out now on Strange Method Music Group.

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Marsha Swanson Releases New Song “Like An Angel”

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2 hours ago

April 3, 2025

Emily

Now out, Marsha Swanson’s most recent track, “Like An Angel,” has already started to stir among listeners of progressive pop. Released on January 31, 2025, the song, which offers a very personal experience, honours the one-year anniversary of her album “Near Life Experience” which came out in 2024.

The track was originally an untitled ghost track from the album and it has been re-recorded with a live band and a string section, bringing a new level of emotional depth. It was produced at Echo Zoo Studios by Henry (King Thumb) Thomas, whose credits include Randy Crawford and Paul Weller, the track blends the ethereal beauty of the original with a fresh, dynamic arrangement. The lineup of talented musicians—Martyn Barker (drums), Tony Qunta (guitar), and Anders Olinder (keyboards)—adds to its lush, atmospheric sound.

Inspired by those who have departed but still lead us, in life “Like An Angel” pushes into themes of love, acceptance, and remembrance accompanied by a visually spectacular video filmed by award-winning filmmaker Sam Chegini. Comparisons to the work of Kate Bush and Tori Amos help one to really relate to the spiritual and cinematic sense of the song.

Having already reached the semi-finals of the UK Songwriting Contest, “Like An Angel” reinforces Swanson’s reputation for insightful lyricism and compelling compositions. With continued airplay and critical acclaim, the single stands as a powerful testament to her artistry—a gift to listeners and a celebration of the album’s lasting impact.