THE CELADORS
BEHIND THE SONGS & ARTWORK
A unique and personal insight into our songs and the inspiration behind them.
BAND RELEASE 5: Too Little, Too Late (Single)
Released January 8th 2021
The track was recorded remotely at each of the bands' homes. Engineered by Stuart Bullock.
Produced by Stuart Bullock & Jack Norbury.
Produced by Stuart Bullock & Jack Norbury.
Single Title
The title states action is 'too little, too late' - but it's taken from the idea that a little way into the future it really will be too late to act on climate change. It's a bleak view of the future - but shared in the hope people really do act now.
What can we all do?
There are some great movements which give you practical advice and guidance for how each of us can help be the change we need:
https://www.count-us-in.org/
https://extinctionrebellion.uk/
The title states action is 'too little, too late' - but it's taken from the idea that a little way into the future it really will be too late to act on climate change. It's a bleak view of the future - but shared in the hope people really do act now.
What can we all do?
There are some great movements which give you practical advice and guidance for how each of us can help be the change we need:
https://www.count-us-in.org/
https://extinctionrebellion.uk/
Track: Too Little, Too Late
From: Too Little, Too Late (Single - 2021)
Lyrics: Jack Norbury
Music: The Celadors
What's it all about?
"It's about the climate crisis and the role of people in the public eye to raise awareness about it. It feels like there are a lot of people in the arts who care passionately about it, but sometimes their work is too figurative, arguably too cool, and therefore the key message is lost." Jack
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From: Too Little, Too Late (Single - 2021)
Lyrics: Jack Norbury
Music: The Celadors
What's it all about?
"It's about the climate crisis and the role of people in the public eye to raise awareness about it. It feels like there are a lot of people in the arts who care passionately about it, but sometimes their work is too figurative, arguably too cool, and therefore the key message is lost." Jack
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BAND EP 4: Recorded Live at Blueprint Studios
Released November 15th 2020
All tracks recorded live at Blueprint Studios. Engineered by Dave Woodhead. Produced by Dave Woodhead & The Celadors. Additional instrumentation added by Pete Bill (Drums) & Stuart Bullock (Percussion, Ukulele & Backing Vocals).
EP Title
We decided to go to use studio time to cover more songs on this occasion - and that meant doing it live. What you lose in neat and tidy studio production, you gain in having that energy and warmth. The musicians genuinely playing together and sharing that live performance really adds to the folky sound this EP presents.
The Artwork
This is actually a shot of Jack, Andy and Emma playing a gig at Gullivers. A lovely intimate gig which suits the tone of this recording.
We decided to go to use studio time to cover more songs on this occasion - and that meant doing it live. What you lose in neat and tidy studio production, you gain in having that energy and warmth. The musicians genuinely playing together and sharing that live performance really adds to the folky sound this EP presents.
The Artwork
This is actually a shot of Jack, Andy and Emma playing a gig at Gullivers. A lovely intimate gig which suits the tone of this recording.
The Tracklisting
We recorded 5 tracks during our live session at Blueprint. Lighthouse, Step Away and Pass The Time are unlike are earlier releases and create a nice folky sound. We also decided to do 'unplugged' and alternative versions of two previous releases: Hug You Away (previously on No Worries EP) and Fidget (previously on All Over Again EP). It was cool to do something different with these tracks and they ended up fitting nicely with the 3 new songs.
We recorded 5 tracks during our live session at Blueprint. Lighthouse, Step Away and Pass The Time are unlike are earlier releases and create a nice folky sound. We also decided to do 'unplugged' and alternative versions of two previous releases: Hug You Away (previously on No Worries EP) and Fidget (previously on All Over Again EP). It was cool to do something different with these tracks and they ended up fitting nicely with the 3 new songs.
Track: Lighthouse
From: Recorded Live at Blueprint Studios EP (2020)
Lyrics: Jack Norbury
Music: The Celadors
What's it all about?
"This song is about needing the light of your friends during a difficult time. Some really step up for you, some just seem to disappear. I remember I was dealing with a break up at the time, and some friends really came through for me." Jack
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From: Recorded Live at Blueprint Studios EP (2020)
Lyrics: Jack Norbury
Music: The Celadors
What's it all about?
"This song is about needing the light of your friends during a difficult time. Some really step up for you, some just seem to disappear. I remember I was dealing with a break up at the time, and some friends really came through for me." Jack
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Track: Step Away
From: Recorded Live at Blueprint Studios EP (2020)
Lyrics: Jack Norbury
Music: The Celadors
What's it all about?
"This song is about suicide - people who take their own lives because living no longer seems bearable. It's actually about Gary Speed - the then Welsh Football Manager. He was a successful, popular and seemingly happy public figure - when suddenly news came out that he had taken his own life. I felt compelled to write about this tragic subject. So, so sad that someone should feel so desperate that they take such a final decision." Jack
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From: Recorded Live at Blueprint Studios EP (2020)
Lyrics: Jack Norbury
Music: The Celadors
What's it all about?
"This song is about suicide - people who take their own lives because living no longer seems bearable. It's actually about Gary Speed - the then Welsh Football Manager. He was a successful, popular and seemingly happy public figure - when suddenly news came out that he had taken his own life. I felt compelled to write about this tragic subject. So, so sad that someone should feel so desperate that they take such a final decision." Jack
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Track: Pass The Time
From: Recorded Live at Blueprint Studios EP (2020)
Lyrics: Jack Norbury
Music: The Celadors
What's it all about?
"Pass The Time is about waiting in the shadows for your next chance to shine - and impatiently feeling like that chance will never come! The band had took a break, everyone was busy having kids and living their lives, and I just wanteda an outlet for my music." Jack
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From: Recorded Live at Blueprint Studios EP (2020)
Lyrics: Jack Norbury
Music: The Celadors
What's it all about?
"Pass The Time is about waiting in the shadows for your next chance to shine - and impatiently feeling like that chance will never come! The band had took a break, everyone was busy having kids and living their lives, and I just wanteda an outlet for my music." Jack
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Track: Fidget (Unplugged)
From: Recorded Live at Blueprint Studios EP (2020)
Lyrics: Jack Norbury
Music: The Celadors
What's it all about?
"Another song about mental health - struggling with worry and anxiety. People who don't have issues with anxiety do try to help - and you appreciate that, but they really don't seem to understand that it's not just a switch you can turn off on a whim. It's a battle you have to face and it can feel very lonely at times." Jack
From: Recorded Live at Blueprint Studios EP (2020)
Lyrics: Jack Norbury
Music: The Celadors
What's it all about?
"Another song about mental health - struggling with worry and anxiety. People who don't have issues with anxiety do try to help - and you appreciate that, but they really don't seem to understand that it's not just a switch you can turn off on a whim. It's a battle you have to face and it can feel very lonely at times." Jack
Track: Hug You Away (Unplugged)
From: Recorded Live at Blueprint Studios EP (2020)
Lyrics: Jack Norbury
Music: The Celadors
What's it all about?
"It's about a relationship coming to an end. Both people know something isn't right and that a change is needed. But neither has been unfaithful, dishonest or unkind. In a weird kind of way, this amicable break up is all the harder as you have nothing to hate, no anger or resentment - just a knot in your stomach that says it's not right. You try to help the other person through the grief of the break up but in doing so, make the struggle continue and the pain more persistent." Jack
From: Recorded Live at Blueprint Studios EP (2020)
Lyrics: Jack Norbury
Music: The Celadors
What's it all about?
"It's about a relationship coming to an end. Both people know something isn't right and that a change is needed. But neither has been unfaithful, dishonest or unkind. In a weird kind of way, this amicable break up is all the harder as you have nothing to hate, no anger or resentment - just a knot in your stomach that says it's not right. You try to help the other person through the grief of the break up but in doing so, make the struggle continue and the pain more persistent." Jack
Blueprint Studios
A great studio to record at! We've always enjoyed working with the guys at Blueprint. You always know you will come out with a professional recording, and the recording process is made all the more enjoyable with the expert help on hand.
A great studio to record at! We've always enjoyed working with the guys at Blueprint. You always know you will come out with a professional recording, and the recording process is made all the more enjoyable with the expert help on hand.
SOLO EP 1: Something To Do by Jack Norbury
Released October 9th 2020
All tracks recorded at Airtight Studios. Engineered by Seadna McPhail. Produced by Seadna McPhail & Jack Norbury.
EP Title
With one of the songs, written about Mark's final weeks, being called Something To Do, I decided it was a good EP title too. I did all the marketing and promotional work during lockdown so it was really a case of finding something to do with the time at home.
The Artwork
Jenny took this picture of me wondering along a beach on a cold, bracing day. It reflects the mood of the EP to some extent.
With one of the songs, written about Mark's final weeks, being called Something To Do, I decided it was a good EP title too. I did all the marketing and promotional work during lockdown so it was really a case of finding something to do with the time at home.
The Artwork
Jenny took this picture of me wondering along a beach on a cold, bracing day. It reflects the mood of the EP to some extent.
The Tracklisting
I recorded these 4 solo songs on two different recording spells. It was my first time recording alone in a studio & I really enjoyed working with resident engineer Seadna. I missed the banter of the band in the studio, but it really made me step up as a musician, playing percussion, ukulele & bass for the first time, as well as adding harmonies in the backing vocals.
I recorded these 4 solo songs on two different recording spells. It was my first time recording alone in a studio & I really enjoyed working with resident engineer Seadna. I missed the banter of the band in the studio, but it really made me step up as a musician, playing percussion, ukulele & bass for the first time, as well as adding harmonies in the backing vocals.
Track: Tear Duct
From: Something To Do EP (2020)
Lyrics: Jack Norbury
Music: Jack Norbury
What's it all about?
"The opening track is about a relationship which has lost its spark - to such an extent that even the anger and tears have dried up - and they are left feeling numb, cold and indifferent. I find it such a heart-breaking issue when a couple grow out of love with one another - but they carry on with their routine for fear of being alone - which they kind of are anyway." Jack
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From: Something To Do EP (2020)
Lyrics: Jack Norbury
Music: Jack Norbury
What's it all about?
"The opening track is about a relationship which has lost its spark - to such an extent that even the anger and tears have dried up - and they are left feeling numb, cold and indifferent. I find it such a heart-breaking issue when a couple grow out of love with one another - but they carry on with their routine for fear of being alone - which they kind of are anyway." Jack
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Track: Save Me
From: Something To Do EP (2020)
Lyrics: Jack Norbury
Music: Jack Norbury
What's it all about?
"It's about feeling like you've lost your identity. Choices you've made and influences around you have made you question whether you're still a good guy with a sound moral footing. The song asks for help to find yourself again. There's some Lord of the Rings references at the end for fellow fantasy genre geeks - likening the identity crisis to Frodo's attempts to resist the draw of their ring & its evil." Jack
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From: Something To Do EP (2020)
Lyrics: Jack Norbury
Music: Jack Norbury
What's it all about?
"It's about feeling like you've lost your identity. Choices you've made and influences around you have made you question whether you're still a good guy with a sound moral footing. The song asks for help to find yourself again. There's some Lord of the Rings references at the end for fellow fantasy genre geeks - likening the identity crisis to Frodo's attempts to resist the draw of their ring & its evil." Jack
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Track: When I'm Done
From: Something To Do EP (2020)
Lyrics: Jack Norbury
Music: Jack Norbury
What's it all about?
"I wrote this during a tough time. I felt a bit let down by some people - like if I didn't do all the chasing and organising, I'd never see them - let alone get them to do anything on my behalf. There is a reference to Erin, my daughter, in the song - where I acknowledge that the feelings I am experiencing at least lead to writing songs - which I hope some day she can listen to and take some comfort in - when I'm done.. That's why I've included this new picture of here circling me. I'm actually playing at a wedding in Sri Lanka - amazing setting." Jack
From: Something To Do EP (2020)
Lyrics: Jack Norbury
Music: Jack Norbury
What's it all about?
"I wrote this during a tough time. I felt a bit let down by some people - like if I didn't do all the chasing and organising, I'd never see them - let alone get them to do anything on my behalf. There is a reference to Erin, my daughter, in the song - where I acknowledge that the feelings I am experiencing at least lead to writing songs - which I hope some day she can listen to and take some comfort in - when I'm done.. That's why I've included this new picture of here circling me. I'm actually playing at a wedding in Sri Lanka - amazing setting." Jack
Track: Something To Do
From: Something To Do EP (2020)
Lyrics: Jack Norbury
Music: Jack Norbury
What's it all about?
"This song is about the final weeks of Mark's life, and how all the people who cared for him looked to do what they could to help and make the most of the time we had left with him. I wrote it while he was still with us and actually played it to him on my guitar in my old flat. He lay back, closed his eyes and listened. When I finished he said he didn't want it to end - a really sad moment but there was some peace in it and between us at least." Jack
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From: Something To Do EP (2020)
Lyrics: Jack Norbury
Music: Jack Norbury
What's it all about?
"This song is about the final weeks of Mark's life, and how all the people who cared for him looked to do what they could to help and make the most of the time we had left with him. I wrote it while he was still with us and actually played it to him on my guitar in my old flat. He lay back, closed his eyes and listened. When I finished he said he didn't want it to end - a really sad moment but there was some peace in it and between us at least." Jack
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BAND EP 3: All Over Again
Released August 28th 2020
All tracks apart from Track 5 recorded at Blueprint Studios. Engineered by Dave Woodhead. Produced by Dave Woodhead & The Celadors. Track 5 recorded live at Jack's old flat & mastered by Stuart Bullock.
EP Title
The theme of starting over, revisiting old feelings & memories really rang true with this release. Made this the EP title as our late bandmate, Mark Jackson, inspired this song & it felt like a nice way to acknowledge his passing and influence on us and the band.
The Artwork
Love this old picture of Mark with his bass. It was taken long before we met him, but we think it is a beautiful image of a musician at one with their music.
The theme of starting over, revisiting old feelings & memories really rang true with this release. Made this the EP title as our late bandmate, Mark Jackson, inspired this song & it felt like a nice way to acknowledge his passing and influence on us and the band.
The Artwork
Love this old picture of Mark with his bass. It was taken long before we met him, but we think it is a beautiful image of a musician at one with their music.
The Tracklisting
The songs are all kind of their own, individual story. It's certainly not a concept album that's for sure. I think the different moods and themes make for a release which shows a band in transition, a little lost and divided - and in a way that disparity strangley unites them. We were determined to involve Mark on the EP - and managed to find the recording of You Give Me Love (a rare recording with Mark on).
The songs are all kind of their own, individual story. It's certainly not a concept album that's for sure. I think the different moods and themes make for a release which shows a band in transition, a little lost and divided - and in a way that disparity strangley unites them. We were determined to involve Mark on the EP - and managed to find the recording of You Give Me Love (a rare recording with Mark on).
Track: Spinning Me Round
From: All Over Again EP (2020)
Lyrics: Jack Norbury
Music: The Celadors
What's it all about?
"A song about infatuation and putting someone so high up on that pedestal that you can no longer reach them. I was always very prone to falling head over heels for people who were either unattainable or who I couldn't muster the courage to speak to. You end up in a spin and you can't get out of it." Jack
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From: All Over Again EP (2020)
Lyrics: Jack Norbury
Music: The Celadors
What's it all about?
"A song about infatuation and putting someone so high up on that pedestal that you can no longer reach them. I was always very prone to falling head over heels for people who were either unattainable or who I couldn't muster the courage to speak to. You end up in a spin and you can't get out of it." Jack
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Track: All Over Again
From: All Over Again EP (2020)
Lyrics: Jack Norbury
Music: The Celadors
What's it all about?
"The song is about Mark's death - but from the point of view of his partner - who lost a soul mate. It's about being forced to start all over again, when so much of your identity is entwined with someone else. It's also about the feelings of confusion and shock - when you've not fully accepted that they aren't coming back." Jack
From: All Over Again EP (2020)
Lyrics: Jack Norbury
Music: The Celadors
What's it all about?
"The song is about Mark's death - but from the point of view of his partner - who lost a soul mate. It's about being forced to start all over again, when so much of your identity is entwined with someone else. It's also about the feelings of confusion and shock - when you've not fully accepted that they aren't coming back." Jack
Track: Fidget
From: All Over Again EP (2020)
Lyrics: Jack Norbury
Music: The Celadors
What's it all about?
"Another song about mental health - struggling with worry and anxiety. People who don't have issues with anxiety do try to help - and you appreciate that, but they really don't seem to understand that it's not just a switch you can turn off on a whim. It's a battle you have to face and it can feel very lonely at times." Jack
From: All Over Again EP (2020)
Lyrics: Jack Norbury
Music: The Celadors
What's it all about?
"Another song about mental health - struggling with worry and anxiety. People who don't have issues with anxiety do try to help - and you appreciate that, but they really don't seem to understand that it's not just a switch you can turn off on a whim. It's a battle you have to face and it can feel very lonely at times." Jack
Track: Paintings on the Pavement
From: All Over Again EP (2020)
Lyrics: Jack Norbury
Music: The Celadors
What's it all about?
"Written about the people who jumped from the WTC Twin Towers in 2001. I remember teaching a poem about it to pupils and I couldn't get it out of my head - just how bad the hell behind them must have been for them to choose to jump to their deaths. Stuart & I went out with a camera and knocked together a music video in Manchester. It's just everyday people going about their days, heading off to work etc, just as people were back at the time of the tragedy. Workers in the towers never came home though and this song is a reflection on that." Jack
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From: All Over Again EP (2020)
Lyrics: Jack Norbury
Music: The Celadors
What's it all about?
"Written about the people who jumped from the WTC Twin Towers in 2001. I remember teaching a poem about it to pupils and I couldn't get it out of my head - just how bad the hell behind them must have been for them to choose to jump to their deaths. Stuart & I went out with a camera and knocked together a music video in Manchester. It's just everyday people going about their days, heading off to work etc, just as people were back at the time of the tragedy. Workers in the towers never came home though and this song is a reflection on that." Jack
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Track: You Give Me Love (Live Demo)
From: All Over Again EP (2020)
Lyrics: Jack Norbury
Music: The Celadors
What's it all about?
"A similar theme to Hug You Away. This song is about knowing someone isn't the one for you. They're great in so many ways - but it's not love for you and you know you need to end it. You feel terrible for hurting them - but there is no easy way to break up with someone - especially when you genuinely care for them." Jack
As mentioned before, this is our only release featuring Mark on bass. Sadly we didn't manage to get in the studio to record anything during his time with the band. This rough demo recording at least ensures Mark is involved.
From: All Over Again EP (2020)
Lyrics: Jack Norbury
Music: The Celadors
What's it all about?
"A similar theme to Hug You Away. This song is about knowing someone isn't the one for you. They're great in so many ways - but it's not love for you and you know you need to end it. You feel terrible for hurting them - but there is no easy way to break up with someone - especially when you genuinely care for them." Jack
As mentioned before, this is our only release featuring Mark on bass. Sadly we didn't manage to get in the studio to record anything during his time with the band. This rough demo recording at least ensures Mark is involved.
Mark Jackson
"I met Mark when we were both English teachers at a school in Ashton-under-Lyne. When Stuart and Si stepped away from the band, Andy and I were looking for new members. I knew Mark played bass and so I asked him. He stepped right in - as well as being a good bassist he was as nice a guy as you could wish to meet or work with. Unstated, dry humour and really easy company. We prepared for a gig at Manchester Roadhouse - and Mark loved it - especially the gig itself. Just as we were gearing up for more gigs Mark received the devastating news that he had terminal cancer - and he really didn't have long. For his wife, family & friends this was of course the worst time imaginable. Mark continued to jam with us and we did some gigs - he said he found music therapy helpful. Such a tough time and we all still miss him terribly. Would have loved to be releasing all this music with him involved." Jack
"I met Mark when we were both English teachers at a school in Ashton-under-Lyne. When Stuart and Si stepped away from the band, Andy and I were looking for new members. I knew Mark played bass and so I asked him. He stepped right in - as well as being a good bassist he was as nice a guy as you could wish to meet or work with. Unstated, dry humour and really easy company. We prepared for a gig at Manchester Roadhouse - and Mark loved it - especially the gig itself. Just as we were gearing up for more gigs Mark received the devastating news that he had terminal cancer - and he really didn't have long. For his wife, family & friends this was of course the worst time imaginable. Mark continued to jam with us and we did some gigs - he said he found music therapy helpful. Such a tough time and we all still miss him terribly. Would have loved to be releasing all this music with him involved." Jack
BAND EP 2: No Worries
Released June 19th 2020
Tracks 2-5 recorded at Moulah Rouge Studios. Engineered by Dave Fyfe. Produced by Dave Fyfe & The Celadors. Track 1 recorded at Blueprint Studios. Engineered by Dave Woodhead. Produced by Dave Woodhead & The Celadors.
EP Title
Our second EP is generally darker in tone than our Beautiful Comedy debut EP and the ironic title reflects that. Putting on a brave face and pretending everything is alright is what we do right?
The Artwork
The feature picture features the band sat just off Oxford Road in Manchester before a headline gig at Academy 3. The picture interlaced with it was taken in the Fletcher Moss Park - and I like the juxtaposition of the two images - which gives a nod to the EP title and content too...
Our second EP is generally darker in tone than our Beautiful Comedy debut EP and the ironic title reflects that. Putting on a brave face and pretending everything is alright is what we do right?
The Artwork
The feature picture features the band sat just off Oxford Road in Manchester before a headline gig at Academy 3. The picture interlaced with it was taken in the Fletcher Moss Park - and I like the juxtaposition of the two images - which gives a nod to the EP title and content too...
The Tracklisting
We went with these 5 songs. Tracks 2-5 had all been on the mix for the debut Beautiful Comedy EP, but we decided they had a different, darker and almost night time feel to them. The opening track was often played live, but recorded later and at Blueprint Studios instead of Moulah Rouge.
We went with these 5 songs. Tracks 2-5 had all been on the mix for the debut Beautiful Comedy EP, but we decided they had a different, darker and almost night time feel to them. The opening track was often played live, but recorded later and at Blueprint Studios instead of Moulah Rouge.
Track: Sunday Morning Sun
From: No Worries EP (2020)
Lyrics: Jack Norbury
Music: The Celadors
What's it all about?
"Someone who used to be my best mate through late school and early adulthood suddenly just drifted away and stopped keeping in touch or showing any interest in what used to define us. I know that happens in romantic relationships, where the feelings change, but it felt so alien for it to happen with a mate who I had been through a lot with. I've always found it hard to understand how some friends find it so easy to let go - and so easy to forget the times you were there for them." Jack
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From: No Worries EP (2020)
Lyrics: Jack Norbury
Music: The Celadors
What's it all about?
"Someone who used to be my best mate through late school and early adulthood suddenly just drifted away and stopped keeping in touch or showing any interest in what used to define us. I know that happens in romantic relationships, where the feelings change, but it felt so alien for it to happen with a mate who I had been through a lot with. I've always found it hard to understand how some friends find it so easy to let go - and so easy to forget the times you were there for them." Jack
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Track: Hug You Away
From: No Worries EP (2020)
Lyrics: Jack Norbury
Music: The Celadors
What's it all about?
"It's about a relationship coming to an end. Both people know something isn't right and that a change is needed. But neither has been unfaithful, dishonest or unkind. In a weird kind of way, this amicable break up is all the harder as you have nothing to hate, no anger or resentment - just a knot in your stomach that says it's not right. You try to help the other person through the grief of the break up but in doing so, make the struggle continue and the pain more persistent." Jack
From: No Worries EP (2020)
Lyrics: Jack Norbury
Music: The Celadors
What's it all about?
"It's about a relationship coming to an end. Both people know something isn't right and that a change is needed. But neither has been unfaithful, dishonest or unkind. In a weird kind of way, this amicable break up is all the harder as you have nothing to hate, no anger or resentment - just a knot in your stomach that says it's not right. You try to help the other person through the grief of the break up but in doing so, make the struggle continue and the pain more persistent." Jack
Track: No Worries
From: No Worries EP (2020)
Lyrics: Jack Norbury
Music: The Celadors
What's it all about?
"I went on a family trip to Australia for my sister's wedding. I was terrified of flying and flights don't come much longer than this one. To make things worse, we had the worst turbulance any of us have ever experienced. As well as flying, I had a raft of other fears and anxieties at this time and this holiday seemed to highlight all of them. It was a real mental health struggle when it should have been the trip of a lifetime (which everyone keeps telling you!). The song covers the literal and the figurative fears of someone struggling internally." Jack
From: No Worries EP (2020)
Lyrics: Jack Norbury
Music: The Celadors
What's it all about?
"I went on a family trip to Australia for my sister's wedding. I was terrified of flying and flights don't come much longer than this one. To make things worse, we had the worst turbulance any of us have ever experienced. As well as flying, I had a raft of other fears and anxieties at this time and this holiday seemed to highlight all of them. It was a real mental health struggle when it should have been the trip of a lifetime (which everyone keeps telling you!). The song covers the literal and the figurative fears of someone struggling internally." Jack
Track: On My Mind
From: No Worries EP (2020)
Lyrics: Jack Norbury
Music: The Celadors
What's it all about?
"On My Mind is kind of about the same anxieties and struggles as No Worries - but whereas No Worries rocks out on them, On My Mind looks to soothe and comfort. It's about a worrying, restless mind - but it tries to acknowledge that these feelings won't last forever - they will pass.It's about taking comfort in your friends for the time being too." Jack
From: No Worries EP (2020)
Lyrics: Jack Norbury
Music: The Celadors
What's it all about?
"On My Mind is kind of about the same anxieties and struggles as No Worries - but whereas No Worries rocks out on them, On My Mind looks to soothe and comfort. It's about a worrying, restless mind - but it tries to acknowledge that these feelings won't last forever - they will pass.It's about taking comfort in your friends for the time being too." Jack
Track: Being a Man
From: No Worries EP (2020)
Lyrics: Jack Norbury
Music: The Celadors
What's it all about?
"This one is filth. It's about a man's almost constant battle with lust and desire. They don't want it - but they are a prisoner to it. They kinda hate themself for it but the attractions are everywhere and keep drawing them back in. They want love - they really do - but their urges push back against ever finding it." Jack
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From: No Worries EP (2020)
Lyrics: Jack Norbury
Music: The Celadors
What's it all about?
"This one is filth. It's about a man's almost constant battle with lust and desire. They don't want it - but they are a prisoner to it. They kinda hate themself for it but the attractions are everywhere and keep drawing them back in. They want love - they really do - but their urges push back against ever finding it." Jack
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An alternative cover for Hug You Away.
BAND EP 1: Beautiful Comedy
Released May 18th 2020
Recorded at Moulah Rouge Studios. Engineered by Dave Fyfe. Produced by Dave Fyfe & The Celadors.
The EP Name
Leading up to a tour gig in London at the famous Dublin Castle venue, one of their media team described us as a cross between The Beautiful South & The Divine Comedy - so 'Beautiful Comedy'. We liked this idea - and thought it suited the songs on the EP well.
The EP Artwork
The artwork was designed by Nick Thackray. The clock time on the original design read close to midnight, so we adapted this to 4am to fit in with the opening track.
Leading up to a tour gig in London at the famous Dublin Castle venue, one of their media team described us as a cross between The Beautiful South & The Divine Comedy - so 'Beautiful Comedy'. We liked this idea - and thought it suited the songs on the EP well.
The EP Artwork
The artwork was designed by Nick Thackray. The clock time on the original design read close to midnight, so we adapted this to 4am to fit in with the opening track.
The Tracklisting
We went with these 7 songs from an original list of 12-14 songs. It wasn't that these were our 7 favourite - we just felt that these songs fit together best theme wise and tonally.
We went with these 7 songs from an original list of 12-14 songs. It wasn't that these were our 7 favourite - we just felt that these songs fit together best theme wise and tonally.
Track: It's 4am
From: Beautiful Comedy EP
Lyrics: Jack Norbury
Music: The Celadors
What's it all about?
"Written during a bout of insomnia where I found myself lying awake and staring at my clock in horror. The more you worry about the lack of sleep, the less chance there is of finding that peace. 4am is that point where it feels like neither night nor morning, and you're starting to dread how the day ahead is going to play out. You figure, at least if someone was with you, it wouldn't feel quite so desperate..." Jack
In Recording...The piano reflects the ticking clock & the backing vocals, the "ba da ba daaas" offer an innocent lullabye-like melody - something we'd appreciate as a child - & probably still would as an adult.
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From: Beautiful Comedy EP
Lyrics: Jack Norbury
Music: The Celadors
What's it all about?
"Written during a bout of insomnia where I found myself lying awake and staring at my clock in horror. The more you worry about the lack of sleep, the less chance there is of finding that peace. 4am is that point where it feels like neither night nor morning, and you're starting to dread how the day ahead is going to play out. You figure, at least if someone was with you, it wouldn't feel quite so desperate..." Jack
In Recording...The piano reflects the ticking clock & the backing vocals, the "ba da ba daaas" offer an innocent lullabye-like melody - something we'd appreciate as a child - & probably still would as an adult.
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Track: Thinking of Her
From: Beautiful Comedy EP (2020)
Lyrics: Jack Norbury
Music: The Celadors
What's it all about?
"Sometimes you wonder who you might have ended up with if fate had allowed. This song is about falling for someone you know you can't be with because someone else got there first - and you care about them too. This isn't just fancying someone - it's believing you could have been soul mates because you just feel it. You're so in tune with each other but aren't prepared to do anything about it because it feels too selfish and would hurt people you care about. You're left to lament what could have been if timings had been different." Jack
From: Beautiful Comedy EP (2020)
Lyrics: Jack Norbury
Music: The Celadors
What's it all about?
"Sometimes you wonder who you might have ended up with if fate had allowed. This song is about falling for someone you know you can't be with because someone else got there first - and you care about them too. This isn't just fancying someone - it's believing you could have been soul mates because you just feel it. You're so in tune with each other but aren't prepared to do anything about it because it feels too selfish and would hurt people you care about. You're left to lament what could have been if timings had been different." Jack
Track: Run Away
From: Beautiful Comedy EP (2020)
Lyrics: Jack Norbury
Music: The Celadors
What's it all about?
"It's about when you know someone is not right for you, but the meaner they treat you, the keener you are. In your gut you know they'll never put you first, but you just keep hoping - maybe this time will be different..." Jack
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From: Beautiful Comedy EP (2020)
Lyrics: Jack Norbury
Music: The Celadors
What's it all about?
"It's about when you know someone is not right for you, but the meaner they treat you, the keener you are. In your gut you know they'll never put you first, but you just keep hoping - maybe this time will be different..." Jack
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Track: Problems at Home
From: Beautiful Comedy EP (2020)
Lyrics: Jack Norbury
Music: The Celadors
What's it all about?
"I was seeing a girl from Australia and she was having a tough time being away from home - and there were issues with her family too which she felt disconnected from. Supporting her through this brought us closer." Jack
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From: Beautiful Comedy EP (2020)
Lyrics: Jack Norbury
Music: The Celadors
What's it all about?
"I was seeing a girl from Australia and she was having a tough time being away from home - and there were issues with her family too which she felt disconnected from. Supporting her through this brought us closer." Jack
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Track: Over You
From: Beautiful Comedy EP (2020)
Lyrics: Jack Norbury
Music: The Celadors
What's it all about?
"Over You is not about any one person. It's just about that horrible feeling when one person has moved on and the other just hasn't. You try to pretend you're ok but you're anything but. You hope maybe they'll change their mind - but you know showing how desperate you're feeling won't do you any favours on that score." Jack
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From: Beautiful Comedy EP (2020)
Lyrics: Jack Norbury
Music: The Celadors
What's it all about?
"Over You is not about any one person. It's just about that horrible feeling when one person has moved on and the other just hasn't. You try to pretend you're ok but you're anything but. You hope maybe they'll change their mind - but you know showing how desperate you're feeling won't do you any favours on that score." Jack
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Track: Spider in your Bathtub
From: Beautiful Comedy EP (2020)
Lyrics: Jack Norbury
Music: The Celadors
What's it all about?
"Spider's about constantly trying to win someone's approval. Even though you spend so much of your time trying to prove your worth to them, they just leave you feeling inadequate. You only seem to feel negative vibes from them and on those occasions when you really do manage to do something special - they never seem to be looking." Jack
From: Beautiful Comedy EP (2020)
Lyrics: Jack Norbury
Music: The Celadors
What's it all about?
"Spider's about constantly trying to win someone's approval. Even though you spend so much of your time trying to prove your worth to them, they just leave you feeling inadequate. You only seem to feel negative vibes from them and on those occasions when you really do manage to do something special - they never seem to be looking." Jack
Track: The Protector
From: Beautiful Comedy EP (2020)
Lyrics: Jack Norbury
Music: The Celadors
What's it all about?
"It's about desperately wanting to be someone's hero - but knowing you need saving first. You play the role of protector in your friendships - the person that everyone comes to with their problems, but when you need them they don't seem to be there. The song is a cry for help really - just get me through this and I'll be your rock again..." Jack
From: Beautiful Comedy EP (2020)
Lyrics: Jack Norbury
Music: The Celadors
What's it all about?
"It's about desperately wanting to be someone's hero - but knowing you need saving first. You play the role of protector in your friendships - the person that everyone comes to with their problems, but when you need them they don't seem to be there. The song is a cry for help really - just get me through this and I'll be your rock again..." Jack
The Artwork for the Songs...
The artwork for the 7 songs & overall EP font & back covers.
The artwork for the 7 songs & overall EP font & back covers.
Contact Information
Email: jacknorburymusic@gmail.com
Email: jacknorburymusic@gmail.com
Location:
Manchester, UK
Manchester, UK