Name: Zero Grace
Brand: Liam Bailey

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BCR131LP

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Black

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Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2024-02-23

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0349223013115

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Black LP

BCR131LPC2

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Sea Glass Vinyl

[r29847607]

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0349223013153

Blue LP

BCR131CD

0349223013122

Artist

Liam Bailey

Genre GB

R&B / Neo-Soul

Label GB

Big Crown Records

Big Crown Records is an independent record label based in Brooklyn. It was founded in 2016 by Leon Michels and Danny Akalepse, two talented individuals with a passion for music. Since its inception, Big Crown Records has been dedicated to bringing the best of soul, funk, and R&B to music lovers around the world.
With a focus on quality and authenticity, Big Crown Records strives to release timeless music that resonates with listeners. The label's roster includes both established artists and up-and-coming talents who share a common love for soulful sounds.
As an authoritative force in the industry, Big Crown Records has garnered recognition for its exceptional releases and commitment to preserving the essence of classic genres. With their unique blend of old-school vibes and contemporary production techniques, Big Crown Records continues to make waves in the music scene.

Liam Bailey is a British soul singer-songwriter who was born on November 3, 1983. He gained recognition for his collaborations with Chase &amp; Status and shared the 2010 Brit Award for Best singer-songwriter with Ellie Goulding. Known for his captivating vocals and heartfelt lyrics, Liam Bailey has carved out a unique place in the music industry.With influences ranging from Saun &amp; Starr to Otis Junior, Liam Bailey's soulful sound resonates with fans across genres. His music captures raw emotions and showcases his exceptional talent as both a vocalist and songwriter. Whether performing solo or collaborating with other artists, Liam Bailey continues to captivate audiences worldwide.If you enjoy the soulful sounds of Ephemerals, Curtis Harding, or Lee Fields &amp; The Expressions, then Liam Bailey's music will undoubtedly strike a chord with you. With each song he releases, Liam Bailey proves himself as an artist who deserves your attention.

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Big Crown Records is proud to present Zero Grace, Liam Bailey’s sophomore album on the label. Following the success of 2020’s Ekundayo album, the tried and true chemistry of Bailey and producer Leon Michels (El Michels Affair) is on full display again as they take the sound they established and push it further. On Zero Grace they lean more into the bleeding heart singer-songwriter side of Liam. The result, much like Bailey himself, is impulsively honest without reserve.

Born and raised in Nottingham, England, the son of an English mother and 2nd&nbsp;generation Jamaican English father, Liam will admit his early childhood was fairly chaotic and ­lled with "all the cliche racism that happens when people started mixing up in the '80s in England." Liam got his early in‑uences from his mom’s record collection. Bob Marley and Dillinger, Stevie Wonder and The Supremes, The Beatles and Jimi Hendrix would eventually shape the singer/songwriter we know today. Fast-forward to 2005, Liam is in London performing at every open mic and acoustic night he could, hustling with hopes of landing a record deal. It was through this time that Liam ­rst teamed up with Michels, musician/producer luminary, and the co-founder of Brooklyn's own Big Crown Records. Liam ‑ew out to New York and those ­rst sessions together produced the now classic tunes “When Will They Learn” and “I’m Gonna Miss You” which still gets spins at Reggae spots around the globe and were co-signed by heavy hitters like David Rodigan and Don Letts.&nbsp;

That ­first trip to NYC brought a lot of industry attention to Liam, including being noticed by a just-famous Amy Winehouse who heard one of Liam's apartment-made, lo-fi­ recordings, and liked what she heard. Regardless of the audio quality, Liam's particular sound shone through—all guitar, warm-rough and genuine soul. Eventually Liam signed to Polydor and wound up bumping against the typical major label industry obstacles. They already had an idea of the Liam they wanted to make, promote, and push. With the typical large advance enticement, Liam did his best to trust that path. "Maybe I can make it work,' that's what you're thinking," Liam remembers, "but, you quickly ­find out that you can't."

Zero Grace is full of freedom and love, in fact, working with Leon Michels and Big Crown Records has encouraged Liam to be himself. On album opener “Holding On '' Bailey speaks to his observations and fears when looking out at the world in front of him and also to the dedication it has taken to get on the other side of his personal trials and tribulations. “Dance With Me" is an instantly infectious two-stepper that nods to those incredible soul records that were coming out of Jamaica during the early Reggae days. Bailey steps into the dance with hopes of ­finding a new love and pulls us all out on the dance floor with him. “Disorder Starts At Home” is another close to the chest tune that addresses the dif­culties he struggles with from his early chaotic childhood and his progress in getting past them. "Mercy Tree" is a powerhouse of Reggae Rebel Music. Bailey addresses the racial tensions that plague humanity and encourages everyone to step up and do their part to help foster equality. What starts out as a declaration of injustice turns into a call for action and an inspiration for hope.

Zero Grace 

Music GB

Discover Zero Grace by Liam Bailey, the sophomore album on Big Crown Records. Lean into the bleeding heart singer-songwriter side of Liam with this powerful and honest collection. Available in various formats from Big Crown Records.