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Album Focus: Marcus Blacke

Staff Writer

Album title? Temazepain

Where did the title of your new album come from? Insomnia medication.

How many releases do you have now? This is the second album.

How long did it take to write/record? One year to write and record.

Was anything in particular inspiring you during the making? Inspiration lives in everything.

What’s your favourite song on it? Aubergine Place.

Will you do anything differently next time? Clean my teeth more often. Get out of the house more. Spend more time with my cat. Probably record more at home. Write a song about whisky.

When and where is your launch/next gig? 23 Aug, The Newsagency; 24 Aug, Shady Pines Saloon.

Website link for more info? marcusblacke.com