Anything But Easy
by Lisa Redford
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Singer songwriter Lisa Redford returns with ‘Anything But Easy’ on February 22nd, her most radio-friendly single yet and the first enticing taste of her upcoming EP ‘Edge of Love.’
Instantly hooky, ‘Anything But Easy‘ blends Lisa’s folk, Americana and country influences with her melodic pop sensibility.
Produced by José McGill from award-winning group The Vagaband, the five self-written songs from "Edge of Love" feature beautiful arrangements and instrumentation performed by a host of the finest musicians; pedal steel player Alan Cook (My Darling Clementine, Chris Hillman of The Byrds), Noel Dashwood of acclaimed folk trio Alden, Patterson and Dashwood, guitarist Mark Howes, nominated in the British Blues Awards and award-winning cellist Ivan McCready (The Pretenders, Blur, John Cale, George Michael) with drums and mastering by Mikey Shaw at The Crunch - Recording Studio.
"I feel priviliged and honored to be able to listen to the pre-release of your upcoming song. It has never been more easy to listen to an unknown tune. The song just invites you to listen and to keep on listening: 'Accessible lyrics and therefore depictable for anyone in the same circumstances. A wonderful voice and great dobro playing." Marten van der Laan, Radio Compagnie, NL
“A catchy, melodic song with heartfelt vocals, reminiscent of Emmylou Harris, the beautifully shot video is a perfect accompaniment to the original song.” Country Lowdown
“Love this new record” UK Americana Bar.
“a gorgeous song” Keith Greentree, BBC Radio Norfolk
“Lisa Redford has a wonderful voice and writes songs that can melt your heart, and this comes together perfectly in this new single – a perfect slice of Americana/Country that you can enjoy as we begin to move into spring.” Belles and Gals
“It is a great country track with a good strong beat and a catchy chorus that you will want to sing along to." Stephpar's Song A Day
“cracking new single” Russell Hill Country
“future classic” The Country Rock Show
“a great taster for the forthcoming EP” W21 Music
“I recommend you check this out” Ralph McLean, BBC Radio Ulster
“Beautiful” Richard Shashamane, Norwich Music Blog
“FABULOUS” Richard Dales Coupland, Zetland FM Country
Instantly hooky, ‘Anything But Easy‘ blends Lisa’s folk, Americana and country influences with her melodic pop sensibility.
Produced by José McGill from award-winning group The Vagaband, the five self-written songs from "Edge of Love" feature beautiful arrangements and instrumentation performed by a host of the finest musicians; pedal steel player Alan Cook (My Darling Clementine, Chris Hillman of The Byrds), Noel Dashwood of acclaimed folk trio Alden, Patterson and Dashwood, guitarist Mark Howes, nominated in the British Blues Awards and award-winning cellist Ivan McCready (The Pretenders, Blur, John Cale, George Michael) with drums and mastering by Mikey Shaw at The Crunch - Recording Studio.
"I feel priviliged and honored to be able to listen to the pre-release of your upcoming song. It has never been more easy to listen to an unknown tune. The song just invites you to listen and to keep on listening: 'Accessible lyrics and therefore depictable for anyone in the same circumstances. A wonderful voice and great dobro playing." Marten van der Laan, Radio Compagnie, NL
“A catchy, melodic song with heartfelt vocals, reminiscent of Emmylou Harris, the beautifully shot video is a perfect accompaniment to the original song.” Country Lowdown
“Love this new record” UK Americana Bar.
“a gorgeous song” Keith Greentree, BBC Radio Norfolk
“Lisa Redford has a wonderful voice and writes songs that can melt your heart, and this comes together perfectly in this new single – a perfect slice of Americana/Country that you can enjoy as we begin to move into spring.” Belles and Gals
“It is a great country track with a good strong beat and a catchy chorus that you will want to sing along to." Stephpar's Song A Day
“cracking new single” Russell Hill Country
“future classic” The Country Rock Show
“a great taster for the forthcoming EP” W21 Music
“I recommend you check this out” Ralph McLean, BBC Radio Ulster
“Beautiful” Richard Shashamane, Norwich Music Blog
“FABULOUS” Richard Dales Coupland, Zetland FM Country
lyrics
Take my hand, don’t let it go
In your eyes, all I need to know
I just don’t understand what made you change your mind
I hold you close, feel you pull away
Under a spell, too hard to break
I wish I had the strength to say goodbye this time
And I know that I’ve been here before
Always left wanting more
Loving you, is anything but easy
Loving you..ooh ooh
Loving you, is anything but easy
And I know, I know that it’s so hard - to let go
All the plans I thought we’d made
Still inside, the words I meant to say
I’ll never know how you could let this slip away
Whatever made you have a change of heart
Was so good at the start
Loving you, is anything but easy
Loving you..ooh ooh
Loving you, is anything but easy
And I know, I know that it’s so hard - to let go
I never thought that I would feel this strong, was I so wrong to fall?
How something oh so good could hurt so bad, we could’ve had it all
Loving you, is anything but easy
Loving you..ooh ooh
Loving you, is anything but easy
And I know, I know that it’s so hard
And I know, I know that it’s so hard to let go
Let go
Let go
Let go
In your eyes, all I need to know
I just don’t understand what made you change your mind
I hold you close, feel you pull away
Under a spell, too hard to break
I wish I had the strength to say goodbye this time
And I know that I’ve been here before
Always left wanting more
Loving you, is anything but easy
Loving you..ooh ooh
Loving you, is anything but easy
And I know, I know that it’s so hard - to let go
All the plans I thought we’d made
Still inside, the words I meant to say
I’ll never know how you could let this slip away
Whatever made you have a change of heart
Was so good at the start
Loving you, is anything but easy
Loving you..ooh ooh
Loving you, is anything but easy
And I know, I know that it’s so hard - to let go
I never thought that I would feel this strong, was I so wrong to fall?
How something oh so good could hurt so bad, we could’ve had it all
Loving you, is anything but easy
Loving you..ooh ooh
Loving you, is anything but easy
And I know, I know that it’s so hard
And I know, I know that it’s so hard to let go
Let go
Let go
Let go
credits
released February 22, 2019
Words and music Lisa Redford © Lisa Redford 2019
Produced, engineers and mixed by Jose McGill
Mastered by Mikey Shaw at The Crunch - Recording Studios, Norfolk
Vocals and Guitar - Lisa Redford
Bass, percussion, 12 string guitar, melodica - Jose McGill
Dobro and harmony vocals - Noel Dashwood
Cello - Ivan McCready
Drums - Mikey Shaw
Words and music Lisa Redford © Lisa Redford 2019
Produced, engineers and mixed by Jose McGill
Mastered by Mikey Shaw at The Crunch - Recording Studios, Norfolk
Vocals and Guitar - Lisa Redford
Bass, percussion, 12 string guitar, melodica - Jose McGill
Dobro and harmony vocals - Noel Dashwood
Cello - Ivan McCready
Drums - Mikey Shaw
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Lisa Redford Norfolk, UK
"one of our finest singer/songwriters" Bob Harris, BBC Radio 2. "a mighty fine singer/songwriter deserving of the widest
possible recognition." Maverick Magazine****
Lisa's acoustic music has been described as having heartfelt lyrics, gorgeous melodies & stunning vocals. For fans of Kacey Musgraves, Shawn Colvin, First Aid Kit Nerina Pallot, Tift Merritt & Sarah McLachlan.
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