The Long Road to Release
Some albums take years to make, others take decades to see the light of day. Rootless is one of those records that fell into the void of 'what could have been' - until now. Originally recorded in 1989 and meant to be my first major release, it was buried due to an altercation with the label CEO in a Cardiff bar. Let's just say I wasn’t about to be pushed into the background as just "the synth player" in my own band. That fight cost me the release, and the album sat unheard for more than three decades.
But time has a way of bringing things full circle. On May 8th, 2024, Rootless finally got the release it deserved. Re-recorded, remastered, and alive once more, this 8-track mini album now stands as a testament to persistence, artistic integrity, and the sheer refusal to let history erase what was meant to be heard.
The Tracks
The album features a mix of synth-driven rock, dark atmospheres, and melodic storytelling:
- You're So Hot
- The Black Angel
- Springtime in Osaka
- Do You Do I (Radio Edit)
- Blood Path
- Kaylah
- GOH Gate 3
- No More Pain (Short Version)
A Dedication to Those Who Still Believe
This release isn’t just about reclaiming an album - it’s a shout-out to all my friends and supporters. You’ve waited a lifetime for this, though, ironically, most of you never even knew I was releasing music at all. But that’s the beauty of rediscovery. Rootless is not just an album from the past; it’s a statement for the present.
Some things take courage to bring back to life. This is one of them. And here we are. Finally.
Now, turn it up and let’s do just that. :-)