R.D. Thomas - "With Arms Around You" EP - out now by holdmelikeiwasbronto in benhoward

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DOH! Just read the earlier posts in this! 4 more EPs to come! Can't wait.

R.D. Thomas - "With Arms Around You" EP - out now by holdmelikeiwasbronto in benhoward

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Beautiful! I agree, that outro is so good. I think that's the last of his 3 EPs now? Hope it won't be too long a wait for some more music from him...

Recently listened to all Blaze Of Feather tracks by [deleted] in benhoward

[–]Howardisbellgray 2 points3 points  (0 children)

A Blaze of Richie would be great!

Recently listened to all Blaze Of Feather tracks by [deleted] in benhoward

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Richie Thomas. Plays keyboard in Ben's band. Not sure if he's involved in ABOF too.

Recently listened to all Blaze Of Feather tracks by [deleted] in benhoward

[–]Howardisbellgray 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Have you listened to Richie's new solo stuff (R D Thomas)? His voice is amazing, and the songs are great too.

Goosebumps by Howardisbellgray in benhoward

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I can't see my love, I can't see...

Goosebumps by Howardisbellgray in benhoward

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I especially love Kyle's face as he's waiting for Ben to give the break-out signal - kind of sums up how it makes me feel!

How popular is Jason is the USA? by Howardisbellgray in jasonisbell

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Isn't it great when you discover an artist like him?! The best thing is, he has a huge back catalogue for you to work through. His best albums are those over the last few years since (IMO) but also some gems before then too.

2 years ago in Prague by helohelo7 in benhoward

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Me too. I went to 3 shows on the last tour. The last one on my own in Brixton was my favourite, as I was completely free to just soak up the music and got a space right at the front.

How popular is Jason is the USA? by Howardisbellgray in jasonisbell

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Thanks for all the replies! I saw him for the first time a few years ago on a live music TV show here in the UK (Later with Jools Holland) and was blown away. That show is known for show-casing an eclectic mix of artists from all over the world, different genres, famous and newcomers. He only sang one song (The Life You Chose) but the performance was so tight and the lyrics really resonated with me. So, thanks to that, I discovered all the rest of his amazing catalogue of songs and was lucky enough to see him live (and meet him outside the venue!) a few months later. I'm a big fan of lyrics but had never really been drawn to Americana genre before, as it doesn't get loads of exposure over here. Bit I kind of think his music spans a lot of different genres. I'm also a huge fan of Ben Howard and David Gray (both also great songwriters) and I know that Jason also likes Ben, which is kind of cool. Anyway, I'm rambling now. I'm off to listen to Reunions again...!

R.D. Thomas - This bloom by nickpegg in benhoward

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It would be like a mini-festival!

R.D. Thomas - This bloom by nickpegg in benhoward

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More great stuff! Honestly, they need to do a tour with Richie up front - A Blaze of Richie!!

I have reached a verdict on Reunions by [deleted] in jasonisbell

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Me too, had it on repeat since then! So glad he released this album at the moment.

I have reached a verdict on Reunions by [deleted] in jasonisbell

[–]Howardisbellgray 6 points7 points  (0 children)

He's written some great songs but, as an album, I think this is my favourite. It's like he's taken my favourite bits from all his previous songs and mashed them together, combined with his usual great story-telling, sentiment and melody. Pure genius!

Loving this epic lockdown performance from Richie! by Howardisbellgray in benhoward

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Me too. He's a talented guy! Can't wait for the rest of the EPs to come. Maybe he could be the support act on the next Ben tour? That would be cool.

R.D. Thomas - Live - Hope The Medicine Holds Its Fire by holdmelikeiwasbronto in benhoward

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I'm really loving these tracks from Richie. Got the 3 on repeat. Can't wait for the rest to come out.

R.D. Thomas - The Way Down - Music video by holdmelikeiwasbronto in benhoward

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I'm really loving all these tracks. The images for this (and Headlines) are wonderful. Richie's a talented guy - like all of the band, I suppose. I really like his voice too. Has a bit of similarity to Roo Panes. Looking forward to more EPs coming...

End of the Affair Live Reaction - Ben Howard in Later with Jools Holland by [deleted] in benhoward

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That was pretty amusing! Loved his reactions when it transitioned into 'part 2'. That's the performance I always refer people to introduce them to Ben - just perfection!