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Bizarre Blood

by Emma and the Fragments

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With its infectious melody, emotional lyrics and expert production (Dan Cox, Urchin Studios) and creative mastering (Stephen Kerrison, Weird Jungle Collective), ‘Bizarre Blood’ showcases their signature sound; driving backbeats, rhythmic indie guitars and Emma’s bright and pure vocals.

Inspired by Emma’s childhood experiences, the lyrics tell the story through to adulthood. It explores the impact of a mental health disorder on a child and themes of anxiety, apprehension and isolation. Culminating in the declaration of the chorus, is it nature or nature and fear of inheriting the same disorder.

The genre of the song is indie rock/post punk, inspired by bands like the Editors and Florence and the Machine. Fans of Emma and the Fragments can expect more great music over 2023 as the band continues to push the boundaries of indie rock and explore new sounds and styles.

lyrics

Verse 1

Shellshocked adolescent, silent alarm bells
Trapped and isolated, unseen wounds fester
Pre chorus
Beneath the polite surface, anxiety and loneliness entwine

Chorus
Bizarre blood, runs thicker
Streams flood, fear flickers

Verse 2
Saviour of the world
Fighting the demons
Knows I don’t believe her
Committable behaviour
Adult independence, escape contagion
Running looking backwards
Did I hear whispers?

Pre chorus
Beneath the polite surface, reality and fantasy align

Chorus
Bizarre blood, runs thicker
Streams flood, fear flickers

Bridge
Delusions switch with mental decay
She blankly stares
She blankly stares
Delusions switch with mental decay
She blankly stares as I disintegrate

Chorus
Bizarre blood, runs thicker
Streams flood, fear flickers
Bizarre blood, runs deeper
Child’s love, the voices bicker
I disintegrate
I disintegrate
I disintegrate

(Emma and the Fragments 2023)

credits

released January 6, 2023
Recorded at Urchin Studios, Hackney Wick, London
Mixed and produced by Dan Urchin
Mastered by Stephen Kerrison at Tall Trees Mastering
Record label: Regents Street Records
Distributed by: Horus Music

Emma and the Fragments:

Lead vocals: Emma Kitchen
Lead Guitar: Donn Mullaghy
Bass: Jonny Leigh
Drums: Jon Kitchen

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Emma and the Fragments London, UK

Emma and the Fragments are a dynamic indie rock band from the vibrant music scene of East London. Fronted by Emma and her husband Jon on drums, their deep connection and shared musical vision have been the driving force behind the band's success.

They create a sound that's powerful & nuanced, blending elements of indie rock, punk, and pop to create something truly special ... more

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