Name: About The Light
Brand: Steve Mason

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DS121LP

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Heavyweight Black Vinyl with Download.

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Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2019-01-18

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Signed copies: No

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PIAS

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0887832012117

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1 / Extended format: No / LP / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No

DS121LPX

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Extended format: Yes

Limited Indies Only Heavyweight Silver Vinyl with Download.

0887832012131

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1 / Extended format: Yes / LP / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No

DS121CD

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0887832012124

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Artist

Steve Mason

Genre GB

Singer Songwriter

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Double Six

Double Six is a renowned music label that has been at the forefront of the industry for many years. With their later logo being D6, they have established themselves as a force to be reckoned with in the world of music. Known for their innovative and diverse range of artists, Double Six has consistently delivered high-quality music across various genres.

One of the key strengths of Double Six is their ability to discover and nurture talented musicians. They have a keen eye for spotting emerging artists and providing them with the platform they need to showcase their skills. Through strategic partnerships and collaborations, Double Six has helped launch the careers of numerous *artists* who have gone on to achieve great success in the industry.

With an impressive catalog that spans multiple genres including rock, pop, electronic, and more, Double Six offers something for every music lover. Their commitment to delivering exceptional sound quality ensures that listeners can enjoy an immersive musical experience like no other.

Steve Mason is a Scottish musician, best known as the lead singer and one of the founding members of The Beta Band. With his unique sound and innovative approach to music, Steve has captivated audiences worldwide. His talent for blending genres and creating memorable melodies has earned him critical acclaim and a dedicated fan base. Whether performing live or recording in the studio, Steve's passion for music shines through in every note he plays. Explore his extensive discography and discover why he is considered one of the most influential artists of his generation.
Throughout his career, Steve Mason has consistently pushed boundaries and challenged musical conventions. From his early days with The Beta Band to his successful solo projects, he has never been afraid to experiment with different styles and sounds. This fearless approach has resulted in a diverse body of work that spans multiple genres, including indie rock, folktronica, and psychedelic pop.
In addition to his musical endeavors, Steve is also an outspoken advocate for social justice issues. He uses his platform to raise awareness about important causes such as climate change and inequality. Through both his music and activism, Steve continues to inspire others to make a positive impact on the world around them.

New album from Steve Mason - his 4th solo album - and having written most of his previous albums alone, About The Light marks a change in approach for Steve. “I decided with this album that I wanted to get my live band involved at every stage because I wanted to capture the energy that we produce when we play live shows, so this time the band and myself worked on a collection of songs over the course of last year,” he explains. Picking Stephen Street to produce the album, and with a very clear plan in mind, from the off the goal was to capture the songs live and draw out their soulful elements. Talking about the process, Stephen Street says, “Steve explained that he wanted to make this album with his band playing more ‘live’ than on some of his previous offerings and also to augment the songs with brass and female backing vocalists. I felt this approach of first stripping back the songs to a more ‘live’ feel to create more space for the more ‘soulful’ elements to breathe in was an interesting one and we got down to work!”

Recorded at studios in London and Brighton, About The Light, sees a subtle yet noticeable evolution in Steve’s sound. “When I listen to this album it feels and sounds like the first ‘legitimate’ record that I have ever made. It’s hard to explain but it sounds like a ‘real’ album. I think that is partly the production, the playing and the work that I did with the band for all those months in our rehearsal room on the South Coast,” says Steve “It’s a beautiful, confident, positive, angry, loving and gentle album which once again moves what I do forward,” he adds. “David Bowie said that you should always be slightly out of your comfort zone if you want to achieve greatness, and for the first time perhaps ever, I deliberately pushed myself into that place. Who doesn’t want greatness?”

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