Our full length album, “Every Seed Must Die” on CD, packaged in a beautiful digipack full of photography from Tommy Vo.
Includes unlimited streaming of Every Seed Must Die
via the free Bandcamp app, plus high-quality download in MP3, FLAC and more.
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$15USDor more
Record/Vinyl + Digital Album
Limited edition cuts of “Every Seed Must Die” on 12″ vinyl.
Printed at Burlington Record Plant. Burlington, VT. June 2018.
Comes with:
liner notes,
free download code.
Limited run of 180 black vinyl.
Includes unlimited streaming of Every Seed Must Die
via the free Bandcamp app, plus high-quality download in MP3, FLAC and more.
ships out within 3 days
edition of 250
$20USD
Record/Vinyl + Digital Album
Limited edition cuts of “Every Seed Must Die” on 12″ vinyl.
Printed at Burlington Record Plant. Burlington, VT.
Limited run of 100 white vinyl.
Includes unlimited streaming of Every Seed Must Die
via the free Bandcamp app, plus high-quality download in MP3, FLAC and more.
ships out within 3 days
edition of 100
$40USDor more
about
“Mary-Ann” is the first recording for The Promise is Hope’s upcoming sophomore album. Using vivid imagery without resolving to despair or cliche, the song acts as a time-capsule of the events and emotions surrounding the death of Eric’s grandmother. Produced by Chris Hoisington, Old Bear Studio, and co-produced by Mr. L’Esperance, the intimate lyrics and vocals have been nestled warmly into a lush sonic tapestry.
A 17 minute mini-documentary produced by Harmonized Sounds provides a behind-the-scenes look at the recording process of “Mary-Ann,” and can be viewed at www.HarmonizedSounds.com.
lyrics
Lyrics -
We were tired of the phone calls, we were tired of the news
There was something so different about losing you
When the phone started ringing in the early part of dawn
We knew before we answered that you were gone
And the angels were singing, as we closed our teary eyes again
And the bells started ringing , as he welcomed home his Mary Ann
His Mary Ann
It’s been such a long year, yes it’s been such a trial
Would you mind if I just sat here for a while
I’ve heard you’re good to talk to, and there’s so much left to say
Like “why do good things have to go away” - they go away
And your daughters were singing, as you closed your weary eyes again
And the phone kept on ringing
As you said your prayers with beads still in your hands
And we sang Joy, mother you’re full of grace, look at my face
Joy, mother, fruit of your womb, lights up the room
And we sing songs, you sing along as good as you can
As we sing Joy mother, Mary Ann
And we sing songs, you sing along as good as you can
And we sing your song, and we’ll sing it strong
as long as we can - as long as we can
Yes we’ll sing, Joy, mother - Joy, mother
Joy, mother, we’ll sing joy, mother - Mary Ann
Recorded at Old Bear Studio, Batavia, NY
Produced by Chris Hoisington, Old Bear Studio
Co-produced by Eric L’Esperance
Mixed & Mastered by Paul Mitro, Paul Mitro Productions
Vocals, Guitar, Keys by Ashley L’Esperance
Vocals, Guitar by Eric L’Esperance
Keys by Anthony Hoisington
Guitar, Pedal Steel by Jeremy Thompson
Drums by Brennan Blowers
Strings by Ed Chilungu
Ash & Eric have never shied away from life’s hard edges. Hailing from the gritty heart of the Industrial Revolution --
Worcester, Massachusetts -- the two find consolation in discovering the beauty of being artists in the most stubbornly independent city in the north east. Their musings reflect the hope and pain we all experience sung in voices as vulnerable and honest as their lyrics....more
supported by 6 fans who also own “Mary-Ann (2017 Single)”
Ash is not only one of my favorite people in the world, she's also one of the most talented. Prepare to settle in, and have your heart ripped open. So worth it. Stephanie Paquette
supported by 5 fans who also own “Mary-Ann (2017 Single)”
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