SONIC SANCTUARY: “LONDON TOWN” EXPLORES THE SOULFUL SOUNDSCAPES OF BENNY FISHER

Let’s welcome Benny Fisher to our blog, my dearest readers and fellow music lovers. English singer-songwriter Benny has carved out a distinctive sound for himself by fusing psychedelic elements with deep soulful roots and indie pop. His most recent song, “London Town,” was released on January 15th, and it has been playing in my head ever since. I’m going to explain why you should listen to this song, so take a seat and settle in.

The guitar melody that opens the song is so heavenly that it seems to have been taken directly from the sky. It is shimmering and ethereal, but it doesn’t float away; instead, it is anchored by a catchy, exuberant drum beat that puts the song in motion. You get that “aha” feeling as soon as those two components come together. You become restless and eager to hear every second that follows because it’s the auditory confirmation that you’ve made the perfect decision by pressing play.

The production for “London Town” is where the track’s rich soul really shines.  The track “breathes” through Emilio Pugliese on drums and Luca Leprotti on bass. However, there is additional warmth and elegance on Rhodes and a concert piano from Marco Biscarini. There is that “divine” tune we loved so well on guitar from Sergio Carlini. Finally, Julian Walker’s backing vocals on the chorus and acoustic guitar with lead performance on acoustic from Benny Fisher. Recorded at Modulab Studios in Bologna, Italy, it was produced by the duo of Leprotti and Biscarini, with a final transformation in London courtesy of a remix by none other than the legendary Mad Professor, whose touch can probably be thanked for infusing those subtle psychedelic echoes that give the track such airiness.

To complement the visual style of the “London Town” experience, award-winning filmmaker Peter Spence has drawn upon his own collection of Super 8 material to deliver imagery that complements this particular track. Present in this form is a kaleidoscope of vibrant, washed colors that seem to be made in tandem with the psychedelic aspect of this track in particular – this is extremely rare in terms of this style of piece. To be honest, I have had a blast working with this track. I believe the juxtaposition of the soulful vocals and the accuracy of the instruments is, in every way, just absolutely spot on. Benny Fisher is a tremendous talent, and if “London Town” is any measure of the direction this talented musician is taking, I believe we’re all in for a real treat. I’m on the edge of my seat just waiting for his next offering.

Stream “London Town” on Spotify