The Cassini Division was an idea looking for a song. For the longest time I couldn't figure out what else to do with it, so when I initially released These Promises, it was just a cool little vibe to conclude the EP. But over time melodic ideas would hit me like diamond bullets, eventually leading me back into the studio to revisit and revamp. Added a few more synth layers, adjusted and lengthened the arrangement and laid down the vocals. Voila!
lyrics
My casual confession,
I only think of you,
A borderline obsession,
The stars align for you,
And if I ever hurt you,
It would be to my surprise,
Maybe I don't deserve you,
The truth is in the lies.
And I can't help it,
It's the way I feel,
You precious diamond,
You're the only thing that's real,
Never given up on you,
It's burning deep inside,
Oh how I tried.
B-b-baby will you ever,
Come to your senses,
I'll give you space,
I'll give you time,
A new perspective,
A little grace redefined,
Never given up on you,
I am never giving up on you,
Oh oh.
credits
from These Promises,
released July 20, 2018
Written & produced by Dan Kelso
Synths: Dan Kelso
Lead Vocals: Glenn Whitehall
Backing Vocals: Amanda Easton
Guitars: Daniele Natoli
Sound Engineers: Daniele Natoli and Richard Lake at Kiln Studios, Sydney
Mastering: Matthew Gray at Matthew Gray Mastering, Brisbane
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