In Spite of Everything CD

From influential shoegaze pioneers to conquering the charts during Britpop and enjoying a triumphant reunion era, The Boo Radleys have enjoyed an unconventional journey in which restless sonic experimentation has always been a hallmark. Now the trio original members Simon Sice Rowbottom vocals, guitar, keyboards, Tim Brown bass, guitar, keyboards, vocals and Rob Cieka drums, vocals prove that decadeslong inspiration is as strong as ever as they announce that their new album In Spite of Everything will be released on May 1st.In Spite of Everything is a record that was crafted following the tragic loss of Tims eldest son. The albums new single, Living Is Easy, hones in on that allencompassing grief and the sense of helplessness that comes with it.As Tim explains, At 2 a.m., sitting up and contemplating our loss during my childs wake, I found myself reflecting on all the major news events that had left their mark on me through the years and the helplessness I sometimes felt to change anything. Writing the last verse was the most difficult and personal thing Ive done. My childs journey and loss have changed me profoundly, but they also remind me, even in these darkest moments, of all I have to be grateful for. Through this song, I hope to honour their memory and the light they brought into our lives.And yet even in the depths of grief there often remain fleeting reminders that life and its myriad wonders is still worthwhile. This dichotomy is particularly familiar to Sice in his professional capacity as a psychologist the pain and suffering experienced by his clients needs to be addressed, but so too does the hope of a brighter future.