Jason Feddy
Connected
© 2008 Jason Feddy (635961103929)
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Eclectic singer songwriting, post modern folk-rock, acoustic based pop.
tracks
- 1 Anything You Want
- 2 Easily
- 3 Connected
- 4 Skandia's Song
- 5 If I Don't Ask
- 6 The Bridge to the Island
- 7 Foolish Lover's Heart
- 8 I Still Want You Now
- 9 You're Gonna Have My Way
- 10 Afterglow
- 11 The Birds Will Sing Your Name
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notes
Several years ago, Jason Feddy found himself washed up on the shores of Laguna Beach, in exile from a life of excess in Northern England. Feddy was reeling from several personal and professional failings, including the loss of his publishing contract with Zomba UK and a major label demo deal that dissolved unceremoniously in a dead end.
Earlier, Feddy had high hopes for his career. Several well-known labels courted him after being featured in magazines such as the London based Time Out. Feddy also created a buzz by opening for David Gray, Ben Folds Five and Neil Young. But eventually the labels passed, citing reasons tied more to marketing than music. Soon, the accolades dried up along with the touring opportunities and other offers.
Dejected, Jason Feddy ditched his guitar and packed his bags. “I was emotionally spent,” recalls Feddy. “I tried to make a go of it in England, but I was up to no good. I just needed to get the hell out of there.”
Within days, Feddy found himself working thousands of miles from home at the Orange County Swap Meet. It was at this expanse of knick knacks and Ginsu knives that he was befriended by a group of local musicians including bassist David J. Carpenter and drummer Evan Stone.
As the backbone to solo artist John Doe’s rhythm section, Carpenter had a good sense that something was brewing with Feddy. “Jason reminds me of the guy Dennis Quiad played in The Rookie,” says Carpenter. “He should have made it years ago with his talent, but it just hasn’t happened. But instead of throwing fastballs, he’s writing and performing songs with an unusual amount of depth and introspection.”
“He’s an interesting character,” adds Stone. “I was drawn to Jason and his story. At the time, I wasn’t sure if his story was true, but for some reason I didn’t care.”
Soon, Stone and Carpenter convinced Feddy to check out their home studios and lay down a few tracks. During the first session, an emotional ballad called “Birds Will Sing” was recorded in one take. “I was blown away,” recalls Stone. “I still get goose-bumps thinking about it. The recording was magical and I knew we had to do more.”
Before long, an album was recorded and a live band was formed. “I think it’s destiny that Evan and Dave found me at the swap meet,” says Feddy. I was a bit out of it at the time, and they got me thinking about music again.”
This time around, Feddy isn’t waiting for the major labels to come calling. He’s releasing the album on the independent Something Something label. “This is the first time in my career that I’ve recorded a real album,” says Feddy. Before this, it was all a mish mash of demos recorded for the wrong reasons. He adds, “I’m excited about getting it out there.”
The singer/songwriter has his expectations in check, however. “Whatever happens, happens.” I’ve come to realize that I love music and that no matter what, it will be a major part of my life. I’m cursed and blessed. And the cursed part gives me lots to write about.”
reviews
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- author: kenny
Another gem from Feddy, when is he gonna get the air play he deserves, Connected for me is stronger than 'Is this thing on' Title track really stands out, more with this kind of rhythm in the future please j
WELL CONNECTED
author: Ans2 whole days I've had the new Jason CD, as always it's been in my car Hi Fi most of the time. A supurb audio pleasure. My drive to and from work in Harrogate, North Yorkshire, ENGLAND has never been so enjoyable. Like every one of Jason's works this just got better. The whole band just enhances every second of every track. Bloody good show Jason that's all I need to say, well done and thank you. I've had a bad time of it recently & "Connected" has just been the perfect tonic to lift my mind, body & soul thank you. XXX
A rare find
author: Gary StocktonI've had this CD for about a month and can't stop listening to it. I love how each song is so different. The melodies are so catchy and the arrangements are great. My current favorite is "If I Don't Ask" which has a curiously laid back drum machine intro, that kicks into a lush groove, the guitar riff sounds very Johnny Marr and the vocal harmonies are fab. You won't regret adding this rare find to your collection.
Connected
author: mark claytonLoved the CD although its very hard to compare to Jason's I thought the moon album as i still believe it was jasons best album ever the raw talent and raw emotion from every song was in my opinion second to none and very difficult to beat,having said that i dont think there is much jason can do wrong for his many fans in the uk (cruelly stolen from us by our american friends)the song ''I Still Want You Now is'' is something else simply out of this world sang with the great emotion which makes jasons work so good to listen to .With this new album jason proves he still got what it takes to be a top artist hopefully there is still more to come from this top performer,hopefully he will be hopping over the big pond again sometime soon to entertain his many british fans
Connected
author: ConnieI really love the CD 'Is this thing on?' and I sang along to those songs recently when we saw Jason at Mozambique in Laguna Beach. And now I've been playing the new CD 'Connected', and learning the lyrics... and I must say it's awesome! I love Jason's voice, and the awesome, heartfelt and often sad lyrics. We're lucky to have you local here in Southern California, Jason. Glad you didn't stay in the U.K.! You've got a little 40+ fan base here in Huntington Beach... we love ya!