About Cages
Every album can be traced back to a single moment of conception when an idea germinates in your mind, then sits quietly in the universe, on the lookout for stories to tell. When the producer of Favourite Worry, Paul Butler declared the words above, none of us knew what a lasting impression that would leave on the creation of Cages.
It's fair to say that Favourite worry was a cathartic process, many a broken heart was left bleeding on that record. It also left another lasting impression. Musical constructs we're torn apart and in their place was left a feeling of confidence and liberation in our abilities as musicians......
.....If Tales from the Thames Delta was inspired by hedonism and Favourite Worry by introspection, Cages is an impassioned conversation with the world. Racism and division are all on the rise. Our British society is being pulled apart by forces that seek to divide us and rip the compassion and empathy from our minds and hearts. We have become distracted from the more urgent challenges of boundless consumerism, the climate disaster, and the mental health emergency wrecking havoc on our streets.
We are the birds in the cage, tied by cheap thrills and fake news to a limited world vision that is no longer fit for purpose. The good news? We can all choose to challenge this view. Cages is equal parts the dark black shadow of how far we've fallen and the blazing sunlight whose rays of hope can still change the world.
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About The Milk
"Impeccable instrumentation, lush arrangements and some of the most silken, in-the-pocket playing since 1976. With an understated touch, this foursome from eastern England renews the fragrant pleasures of vintage funk and soul. Rather than turn in a sweat-drenched pastiche of R&B, The Milk's music is all about gentle timing and elite taste. Of course, having a killer vocalist doesn't hurt. Rick Nunn might be the most convincing blue-eyed soul man since Steve Winwood. Give them a chance and they'll be hitting the spot you assumed only Marvin Gaye and Bill Withers could reach" Editor Apple Music
Discography
Fuelled by a rediscovery of the music and artists that originally inspired their formation, the four walls of their studio were ablaze with a soundtrack of Bill Withers, Isaac Hayes and the Isley Brothers throughout the songwriting process for their new album. Captured in a tireless outburst of creativity at the end of 2014, ‘Favourite Worry’ is The Milk at their soulful, honest and engaging best.
REACTIONS AND AWARDS
ALBUMS OF THE YEAR 2015 BBC RADIO 6 MUSIC RECOMMENDS
“How soulful is this!” Elton John
“It is epic, epic… The next level” Huey Morgan, BBC Radio 6 Music
“The Milk aren’t just retro-leaning upstarts recreating the music of their iconic influences; instead, they sound like a band that’s just finding their groove” The Line Of Best Fit
“An atmospheric return” Clash Music
“45 fantastic minutes without a single mediocre song “Favourite Worry” is already a classic.” hhv-mag.com
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The Milk Official Mug
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The Milk Official Band T-Shirt is the bands classic T. Its a simple design that is soft and lightweight, with the right amount of stretch. It's comfortable and flattering for...
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The Milk Cages Official A2 Poster
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The Milk Official Band T-Shirt feels soft and lightweight, with the right amount of stretch. It's comfortable and flattering for both men and women. • 100% combed and ring-spun cotton (heather...