"The soundtrack to a film waiting to be made"

F-IRE Recordings proudly launches the debut album of a huge talent with a bright future.

"Song for the Sleeping", Oriole's debut album, is a stunning collection of original compositions that explores lines of connection established by the slave trade. The music draws on diverse influences from Europe, Africa and the Americas and unexpectedly forges a sound that defies the darkness of its themes with warm, extended melodies and songs imbued with imagery and emotion.

Accordingly, the music is a blend of styles from the three continents. Discernible influences include Jazz, Tango, Bolero, Waltz, Brazilian Choro, Vaughan Williams.
The band is led by Jonny Phillips (guitar) and features Adriano Pinto (percussion), Rob Leak (tenor), Ben Davis (cello), Seb Rochford (drums), Sarah Homer (bass clarinet), Robin Mullarkey (electric bass). The album also features special guests Julia Biel (vocals), Idris Rahman (Tenor/ Clarinet), and Steve Buckley (bass clarinet).

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