SongsByJimBurne

Lots of interesting projects going on at the moment; collaborations with people more talented than myself, new songs getting written and old songs getting remixed (free downloads at foot of this page).

* I'm working with Robert Ruthven and Lawrence Alexander on our 'Bearpit Brothers' project. It's been slow but we are getting there. Two songs are more or less finished, another is being recorded right now and there is yet another that Robert is working on an arrangement for. Every one of them sounds great to me. I think you'll really love them. If you can imagine a mix of 1950's Rock n Roll, and Roy Orbison 60's Pop you'll not be that far away.

* I recently had a fun day out recording at the magnificent Newbattle Abbey (build in the 11th century) with the Scottish Folk band, The Linties. Morag, Iyaah and Stuart did backing vocals on a new song of mine. The nicest most generous people you could meet; and great singers too. :-) Check them out at http://linties.co.uk/

* I've also been learning some new recording techniques and finding out how to make more 'avant-garde' music with classical composer Cluny Strachan. Cluny teaches composition at The Royal Conservatoire of Scotland as well as composing music for film and television. A smart and talented man.  

A New Song: Promise That We'll Meet Again

I've written a new song called, Promise That We'll Meet Again. I wrote it as a gift to the Linties for helping me out; though reading the lyrics it's clearly connected to my mother, who passed away just before Christmas. We miss her - and always will.

Lyrics for Promise That We'll Meet Again:

You can listen to the song here: http://www.reverbnation.com/jimbyrne/song/16182004-promise-that-well-meet-again

Songs to download

I've worked on a couple of new mixes of some songs from previous album. Feel free to download them.

Both 'Black Sky Blues' and 'Every Day Is Sunshine (I can relate to a man who's a sinner)' are available to download from my Reverbnation page: http://www.reverbnation.com/jimbyrne

You will need to register to download them.

Speak soon,
Jim

A poem written for my dads 75th birthday:

Dad - I'm, four (I mean we are all four) Rose, John, Stephen, Anne, Peter

And I know what dad's are for
A knee to be bounced on
A shoulder to be up high on 

Or sometimes - a shoulder to scream and cry on

Dad I'm four (I mean we are all four) 
And you are like the biggest tree in the forrest
Solid, rooted, always dependable
With strong branches that cover and protect

So I feel protected.

Dad I'm four (I mean we are all four) 
And Dad, I want your attention - 
I am rapt - I follow you, entranced
I always want to be in your gang.

And you give me your attention and I am in your gang -  so I'm nothing but happy.

Dad I'm four (I mean we are all four) 
And you are a magician - and you can fix and make anything
A seat for the bogey, a paper hat from a newspaper
A rabbit with your hands, a tissue for a snobbery nose

And I'm always breaking something - and you always fixing it.

Dad I'm four (I mean we are all four) 
And you make me smile when I'm sad
like when I've been told to stop eating the the coal from the bunker
And Dad, how come when you comfort me

you can sang better than Elvis or Nat King Cole:

Smile though your heart is aching
Smile even though it's breaking
When there are clouds in the sky, you'll get by
If you smile through your fear and sorrow
Smile and maybe tomorrow
You'll see the sun come shining through for you

A song written for Chris Paul Del Balso - thanks for your hospitality. :-)

Sweeter Than A Rose

"Congratulations Jim on a wonderful album The Innocent - having a wee listen now and am very touched by your sincerity throughout the album, Loving all the songs but really like Sand in our Shoes (loving your guitar playing too Jim) The more I play it, the more I'm enjoying it Jim, well done again for this musical masterpiece." Bernie Devlin

I continue to be knocked out by the feedback I've been getting to my new album. Thanks to everyone who has purchased a copy and got in touch. :-)

• The Innocent is now on sale with 25% off.
• A review of The Innocent by Blair Millen of The Letter:  Very nice. Thanks Blair. :-)
• 410media are playing The Innocent in their Podcast:  
• The Bluesbunny reviews The Innocent. I think maybe I've finally won him over. 

After a fantastically successful 'sold out' launch party at Bar Brel The Innocent is now available to the World. Buy it now in the website shop. Use coupon THEINNOCENT to get free shipping and two extra tracks.

Reviews of the launch gig by Blabber 'n' Smoke and The Bluesbunny will give you a taste of the music and atmosphere on the night.

"A huge thank you to Mr Jim Byrne, recieved the album yesterday....Its superb beyond words!!!!!!! Alan Grant

"And after just 2 plays, a highly recommended album it is too." Mike Morrison of www.americanrootsuk.com

"Congratulations on your wonderful new album, Jim. Some lovely, chilled out ambient sounds on it, it contains your best songs yet." Ciaran Dorris Celtic Music Radio

Your cd is brilliant! sounds really great your voice is amazing ! People will love this album:) Steven Leonard

The Innocent t-shirts will be available at the album launch party on the 25th February in Bar Brel, Ashton Lane, Glasgow.

My CD's arrived yesterday - safe and sound after a bit of stress related to delivery; when the delivery man refusing to carry them up a few steps just inside our building. Unfortunately I wasn't in at the time so it was Pat dealing with the drama. However all is now well. The new album looks great and sound great. :-)

As you know I'm having a launch part on the 25th (in Brel, Ashton Lane) where you can come along hear the music live - but if you would like to order the CD before then - please email direct at jim@songsbyjimbyrne.com to reserve your copy.

The cost is £10 which as a special pre-order treat - includes post and package (within UK - overseas delivery add £1). :-)

Order your CD now.

To order send your cheque to

Jim Byrne
The Picture House
4/2 1 Ascot Gate
Glasgow
G12 0AP

Or order via Paypal. My paypal email address is webdesign@jimbyrne.co.uk Just add a note to say you are ordering the CD, The Innocent.

It's been a long road to get this CD finished and out the door - but it was worth it; the songs are my best yet. Thanks to everyone who has helped along the way.

Thanks,
Jim