True black magic refers to the practice of using supernatural forces for malicious purposes. It involves performing rituals, spells, and incantations with the intention of causing harm to others or manipulating their free will. Contrary to popular belief, black magic is not limited to the use of dark or evil spirits, but can also involve the manipulation of natural energies and elements. The origins of black magic can be traced back to ancient civilizations, where individuals believed that harnessing supernatural powers could give them control over others. This practice has been present in various cultures and religions throughout history, with different names and techniques associated with it. Black magic is often associated with negative outcomes and intentions, such as revenge, harm, or control.
Strawberry Guy Announces 'F Song & Mrs Magic (Strings Versions)' EP, out 4th October Digitally & 10th November Physically
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Stepping out of the bedroom & into the Real World, Liverpool’s Strawberry Guy prepares for a string of special shows across the UK & the US by sharing reimagined strings versions of two fan favourites, Mrs Magic & F Song.
Heading down to Peter Gabriel’s idyllic Real World Studios with Manchester’s Northern Session Collective in tow, Stephens set about trying to soften and expose the bare bones of the original tracks. Stripped of drums & synths, the music is pared down to piano & the new strings arrangement, bringing the careful melodies & indrawn lyrics to the fore.
Having recorded the original tracks in his Liverpool bedroom, swapping the originals’ string samples for their real counterparts lends the tracks an even more ethereal quality than the self-produced originals. The trip to Real World marks a first foray into studio recording for Strawberry Guy, and a new high-fidelity direction for the project, as he begins the process of making his sophomore album.
2023 Tour Dates
UK/EU
23 Sep - Paris, FR, Supersonic (All Ages)
24 Sep - London, UK, Kings Place (All Ages w/ String Quartet)
10 Nov - Liverpool, UK, Philharmonic Music Hall (All Ages w/ String Quartet)
29 Nov - Brooklyn NY, Baby's All Right (All Ages)
01 Dec - Toronto ON, Rivoli (19+)
03 Dec - Chicago IL, Schubas (All Ages)
05 Dec - Los Angeles CA, Barnsdall Gallery Theatre (All Ages)
06 Dec - San Francisco CA, Cafe Du Nord (All Ages)
08 Dec - Portland OR, The Old Church (All Ages)
09 Dec - Seattle WA, Woodlawn Hall (All Ages)
10 Dec - Vancouver BC, Wise Hall (19+)
Tracklist
1. 'F Song (Strings Version)'
2. 'Mrs Magic (Strings Version)'
3. 'F Song' (physical only)
4. 'Mrs Magic' (physical only)
“Mrs. Magic” by Strawberry Guy
Strawberry Guy bears fruit with the new dream-pop single "Mrs. Magic".
From releasing Soundcloud singles to becoming a streaming superstar, Strawberry Guy’s (Alex Stephens) music career has been as deliciously unique as his name.
Moving to Liverpool to study music, Strawberry began writing and realising his own tracks a year ago while playing with The Orielles. He was encouraged by the artistic vibe of the city and, surrounded by other musicians, Alex felt compelled to find his own voice.
Driven by his love for music, he released his first single “Without You” to Soundcloud without much thought. The response he received was astronomical, leading to an avid fan-base with now almost 2 million Youtube streams. For Alex, following his heart put him exactly in the right place, creating moving dream-pop that spoke to young people, building a group of passionate pop ‘berries’ around the world.
“Taking my Time to Be” is Alex’s debut mini-album which is an exciting maturation on his sound from his original demo. Rich in hook-driven melodies, bubbling synths and passionate songwriting, the new tracks reveal Strawberry as a pop star in the making.
The track, “Mrs. Magic” captures the essence of the new album, atmospheric and hopeful, combining pop hooks with orchestral instruments to convey the uncertainty of new starts. Long story short, we’re fully on the berry-wagon.
To quench your appetite until the album drops on the 27th of Septemeber, have a listen to the single, “Mrs. Magic” and preorder here!
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Stepping out of the bedroom and into the Real World, Liverpool’s Strawberry Guy headed down to Peter Gabriel’s idyllic Real World Studios with Manchester’s Northern Session Collective in tow and set about trying to soften and expose the bare bones of his two biggest streaming tracks 'F Song' and 'Mrs Magic'.
Stripped of drums & synths, the music is pared down to piano and romantic new strings arrangements, bringing the careful melodies & indrawn lyrics to the fore.
Having recorded the original tracks in his Liverpool bedroom, swapping the originals’ string samples for their real-life counterparts lends the tracks an even more ethereal quality than the self-produced originals. The trip to Real World marks a first foray into studio recording for Strawberry Guy, and a new high-fidelity direction for the project, as he begins the process of making his sophomore album.
The vinyl edition of these new songs is out November 10, and features the two new strings versions along with the originals of both tracks, meaning fans can finally get their hands on a physical version of early single “F Song.”
While the music of Strawberry Guy favours a hermetic, headphones-forward sound lying somewhere between Bryter Layter-era Nick Drake, The Clientele, Slowdive’s Pygmalion, and the psychedelic 70s output of fellow Liverpudlian Paul McCartney, it’s nonetheless become a smash on TikTok and streaming services with a fanatical young and diverse fan base.
TRACK LISTING
A1: F Song (Strings Version)
A2: Mrs Magic (Strings Version)
B1: F Song (Original Version)
B2: Mrs Magic (Original Version)
Black magic is often associated with negative outcomes and intentions, such as revenge, harm, or control. It is believed that practitioners of black magic may seek to gain power, money, or influence by manipulating others for their own benefit. Some common practices in black magic include casting curses, creating enchanted objects, and summoning spirits or demons to do one's bidding.
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While black magic has a long history and is often portrayed in popular culture as a dangerous and forbidden practice, it is important to note that not all magic or supernatural practices are inherently evil. Many individuals embrace magic as a means of personal growth, spiritual exploration, and healing. White magic, for example, focuses on using supernatural forces for positive purposes, such as protection, healing, and personal empowerment. In conclusion, true black magic is the practice of using supernatural forces for negative and harmful purposes. It has a long history and is often associated with manipulation and control. However, it is important to recognize that not all magic is black magic, as there are many other forms of magic that focus on positive outcomes and intentions..
Reviews for "True Black Magic Rituals: Summoning the Spirits"
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