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Sweet July

from Dystopian Land by Heritage

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‘Sweet July’ encapsulates the notion of golden age thinking as it laments the simplicity of youth. It is written from the perspective of a wallflower who feels bittersweet as they remember the times they shared with their eccentric, free-spirited friends over the summer and long for the sweetness of July. The refusal to let go of the past, has left the protagonist with a young heart and an old soul, capturing the listener in a state of tranquil melancholy.
These themes are reflected in the instrumental combination of smooth guitar, reminiscent of 90s R&B and 00s neo-soul, working simultaneously with layers of pads and vintage keys to float above the laid-back groove.

lyrics

He’s been wondering
All this time
Fallin
Deeper Into life

With his
Glitter eyes
Smoking in the morning
Coffee time
Tripper skies
He knows where he’s going
Compromise
Sweet July
Sunrise

Memories
Keep fading
I just keep on waiting
For something to
Make me
Feel that love that freedom

Reminiscing
my youth
I keep
Slowing down
I need life’s kiss
Moment of bliss
slowing down
I’m never gonna wake up

Cloudy skies
Caught up in these trippers
In his mind
Ego blind
Another dimension Deeper
Sweet July
Sunrise

Don’t forget the way you let yourself feel it
You were only ever living in the present
These days pass you by
That’s the curse of time

Memories
Keep fading
I just keep on waiting
For something to
Make me
Feel that love that freedom

Reminiscing
my youth
I keep
Slowing down
I need life’s kiss
Moment of bliss
slowing down
I’m never gonna wake up

Reminiscing
my youth
I keep
Slowing down
I need life’s kiss
Moment of bliss
slowing down
I’m never gonna wake up

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from Dystopian Land, released October 21, 2022
Written by: Heritage

Lead Vocals: Monica Moffatt
Vocals: Christina Marris
Drums: Callum Mealin
Bass: Cameron Walker
Guitar & Percussion: Siôn Wilson
Keys: Bela Horvath Jr.
Trumpet: Fee Buckton
Tenor Saxophone: Joe Van der Meulen

Special Guest: JJ Petrie on Congas and Issey Chivers on Additional Vocals

Recorded at Yellow Arch Studios, Sheffield, UK in 2022

Recorded, Mixed and Produced by David Haynes (Yellow Arch Studios)

Mastered by Nick Cooke Mastering

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Heritage Leeds, UK

The Leeds-based band HERITAGE are a 9-piece Future Soul/Jazz ensemble. Using powerful vocal hooks, HERITAGE address universal experiences of personal struggles and triumphs as well as tackling current political issues. These vocal themes are elevated by their tight rhythm section who bring infectious grooves and danceable beats, making the lyrical message only stronger. ... more

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