Swimming Bell’s new single ‘For Al and Lee’ is accompanied by a muted, black and white video that uses line-drawn animation and stop motion to bring the song to life. This is the first single from Katie Schottland’s new album ‘Charlie’ on Permanent Records. Pulling from the long Los Angeles folk tradition, the song was co-produced by Oli Deaken. A soft and pastoral track, ‘For Al and Lee’ is a supportive prayer for two friends as they set out on a new path in life.
Reflecting on the video she said, “I wrote this song as a blessing for my dear friends, Allison and Lee, as they embarked on their next chapter in life. Inspired by Neil Young’s love song to his truck, “Long May You Run,” it captures the impact our time together in New York had on me. We shared incredible moments playing in a band, and our lives intertwined and grew during our time in the city. This song is a reflection of the gratitude I hold for those experiences and the growth with my friends. The video, brought to life by the talented Isaac Teixeira, perfectly complements the song’s essence. I made the little clay flowers.”
‘Charlie’ is available in stores and on streaming services now.
