Western Skies

Roddy's third solo release, 'Western Skies' follows a similar pattern to 2002's brilliantly recieved 'Surf 'also released on the Redemption label. The 11 tracks feature delightfully soulful, emotive vocals from Roddy, expertly crafted songs and Roddy's accomplished, immaculate guitar work.

Wheras 'Surf' was an entirely solo effort, 'Western Skies' was recorded and co-produced with Jeremy Stacey in his Chelsea studio with Roddy playing guitars and occasional bass, Jeremy playing drums and other instruments and some additional bass from Mark Neary. There is more light and shade than on 'Surf' but it's still an old-style "back to basics" record, all recorded on tape with nothing digital in sight.

The title track was originally a collaboration with Radio 1's Rob da Bank. Roddy wrote a lyric and melody for a track that Rob had written with his partner Mr Dan and released under their collaborative name, Lazyboy. Roddy's version is a slowed down, complete reworking of the song.

'Western Skies' is already being hailed as his best album yet!