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Silver Birch feat. Zarahruth

from Snakes & Ladders by Ceiling Demons

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    Deluxe 12" vinyl of Snakes & Ladders. Pressed to a black and white twisted soul/snake striped vinyl! Comes with lyric/credits insert and your very own snakes and ladders board game plus counters via the mind of Art Demon! Includes extra printed download code.

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    Super small run of Snakes & Ladders on CD in jewel case with a 4 page booklet that includes reversible, alternative cover artwork by Art Demon and album credits! Edition of 45, hand-numbered by the band. Includes extra printed download code.

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    Super small run of Snakes & Ladders on golden cassette tape with alternative cover artwork, inspired by the song Silver Birch by Art Demon! Inside J-card includes track-listing and album credits. Edition of 45, hand-numbered by the band. Includes extra printed download code.

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    The super deluxe edition features an exclusive Lee "Scratch" Perry song that LSP made for the band, cut onto a black lathe 7". The other side features the original, dark version of opening track 'All Let Go' by Ceiling Demons. These songs bookend Snakes & Ladders and are rare versions exclusive to this bonus lathe! Handmade lino cover has been created specially for each copy by artist Charlotte Doherty. Only 45 of these will ever be made for sale!

    Also includes a deluxe 12" vinyl of Snakes & Ladders. Pressed to a black and white twisted soul/snake striped vinyl! Comes with lyric/credits insert and your very own snakes and ladders board game plus counters via the mind of Art Demon! Includes extra printed download code.

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about

Ceiling Demons offer up a smoky, experimental treat with Silver Birch, the second single taken from their forthcoming album Snakes & Ladders...

Produced by Beat Demon, the track features a beautiful vocal melody, written and performed by British folk singer-songwriter Zarahruth. The contrast between the soft vocals and dramatic beat embodies the themes of life and death that Ceiling Demons bring to life through their music.

The ethereal chorus about time contrasts Dan Demon's initial thunderous spoken word verses which touch on themes of nature, symbolism and rebirth.

The impressive guitar-work of Chris Shaw is reminiscent of The Cure or The Smiths’ Johnny Marr and adds a catchy element to the experimental nature of the piece, before erupting into an upbeat indie-raucous during the final third of the song. Psy Ceiling’s vocals here sound as if he were possessed by the spirit of Tom Waits as he fulminates introspectively about the passage of time, adding another level to the track.

Ceiling Demons gift at blurring the lines between genres, blending elements of indie, rock and folk. The single gives a powerful image of what is in store for the rest of the album and leaves fans wanting more.

The ethereal chorus about time contrasts Dan Demon's initial thunderous spoken word verses which touch on themes of nature, symbolism and rebirth.

The impressive guitar-work of Chris Shaw is reminiscent of The Cure or The Smiths’ Johnny Marr and adds a catchy element to the experimental nature of the piece, before erupting into an upbeat indie-raucous during the final third of the song. Psy Ceiling’s vocals here sound as if he were possessed by the spirit of Tom Waits as he fulminates introspectively about the passage of time, adding another level to the track.

Ceiling Demons gift at blurring the lines between genres, blending elements of indie, rock and folk. The single gives a powerful image of what is in store for the rest of the album and leaves fans wanting more.

Video by the fantastic Art Mouse Media: youtu.be/nrOU0cQg2do

lyrics

It’s all a game - The pieces move
I rolled the dice and found the truth
I played you all- You played to gain
The winning hand, a future saved
The love is all - I let it go
I leave the table and start to grow
Connected soul, set free to roam
Cut it off, I’m Scorpio

Peel away my silver skin and my dying leaves
Fruit is falling, time just runs away from me

I am the snake – I let you know
You ate my fruit, now it unfolds
So let it burn and you will see
The phoenix rise, now we are free
I am the snake – I let you know
You ate my fruit, now it unfolds
So let it burn and you will see
The phoenix rise, now we are free

Peel away my silver skin and my dying leaves
Fruit is falling, time just runs away from me

The calendar was hung – it doesn’t miss a date
It doesn’t miss the day, regardless of the page
If the walls crumble, it doesn’t miss a date
Who hung father time? Who will take the blame?
The hourglass may smash but you have to face the day
You have to face the fact - you have to face the truth
Time just runs away no matter what you do
No matter what you say – the angel flew away
This hell is not for her, this cell it has no grace
But once you’ve opened up – you’ve open up to change
Saturn will return and the angel knows your name
Coz once you’ve opened up, you’ve open up to change

Peel away my silver skin and my dying leaves
Fruit is falling, time just runs away from me

credits

from Snakes & Ladders, released September 22, 2021
Vocals: Dan Demon, Zarahruth & Psy Ceiling
Electric Bass: George ‘Beat Demon’ Ruston
Electric Guitar: Chris ‘Shadow’ Shaw
Live Drums: Sam Reed
Recorded at Green Man Swaler Studio, Fremington, North Yorkshire
Produced & Mixed by George ‘Beat Demon’ Ruston
Mastered by MJC at Filthy Broke Recordings

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Ceiling Demons England, UK

Alternative art-rap / spoken word band from North Yorkshire.

Born out of bereavement, the group consist of twin brother frontmen, Psy Ceiling & Dan Demon, Beat Demon, Shadow, S. Reed & Art Demon.

The DIY collective are known for their emotionally charged work, their use of masks & their unique live performances that encapsulate music, art & the human condition.
ceilingdemons@hotmail.com
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