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Free Music: Waldner

• 4th May 2011

Canadian-born songwriter Waldner is gracing our UK shores this May for a showcase on the 12th May in Shoreditch, and is giving away his track “Going Up Against Goliath” over at his website (link) for free to celebrate.

Talking about his decision to give the track away, Waldner said: “Going Up Against Goliath is a theme song of sorts for me. I remember the moment the melody struck me. I was sitting in front of the TV with a guitar just playing around when all of a sudden this melody came out pretty much fully formed which turned out to be the main riff in the song.  At another time I overheard someone say something about fighting Goliath and something in that just clicked, especially as my name is David. These two elements were combined into a song which is really a song to me but also to anyone else who needs some hope in their life.
 
I think Goliath is a great intro to the rest of the album, hinting at the rich melodies and thoughtful lyrics contained inside. I can’t wait to get out there, play the album and gain some new fans. I've had such a positive response so far”.

Influenced by the likes of XTC, early REM, Nick Gave, The Decemberists and The Beatles, Waldner's performance on the 12th May (Bar Music Hall, Shoreditch) will include him playing his album in full backed by a live band.

You can find out more information about Waldner and his upcoming UK date at his website by clicking this link.

MSD