After a 12-year hiatus, Hardkandy are back with the first single to be taken from their forthcoming fourth studio album, Pure Fantasy. Crafted over two years, the album has been something of a labour of love for the main writer and producer, Tim Bidwell, based on the underlying concept: what would I have done back then, if I’d known what I know now?
The lead single, Stronger Stuff, features the distinctive vocals of Andy Platts (Mamas Gun, Young Gun Silver Fox) who as usual delivers a heart wrenching vocal performance with a classic soul feel. It’s a life affirming love song about the security and stability that can be gained from having a strong romantic bond with someone. Refreshingly optimistic subject matter for a ballad!
credits
from Pure Fantasy,
track released April 8, 2022
Recorded, mixed and produced by Tim Bidwell.
Written by Tim Bidwell, Andy Platts and Matthew Kelly.
Vocal - Andy Platts
Drums performed and recorded at Not Paramount Studio By Chris Boot
Bass - Ben Daniel
Guitars, Synths, Percussion, Programming - Tim Bidwell
Orchestral arrangement composed and performed by Matthew Kelly.
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