‘Creatures EP’: Honest Songs from Ancoats Marina

‘Creatures EP’ by Manchester musician Ben Heyworth presents a satisfying comeback featuring a sound that combines refreshing elements with recognizable touches. Ben returns after his hiatus by releasing a three-track collection that sounds personal and rooted. Every track represents a unique experience created by his current environment and the vibrant community of Ancoats marina where he resides. This EP is a tribute to 90s British indie music through its acoustic warmth and the profound emotional insight of an individual acquainted with both peaceful and tumultuous experiences.

The opening track “Narrowboat” starts with a relaxed beat alongside pure soulful singing which captures your attention right away. The song moves gently as though boats are meandering down Manchester’s canal waters. The song maintains its melodic allure while expressing both introspection and solitude without descending into melancholy. “Image of Roads” makes its appearance next and stands out as the album’s most nostalgic piece. The song pairs smooth harmonies with light keyboard touches to convey a journey of reflection about past paths that continue to shape future directions. The song possesses an intimate quality because it seems to have been written during a solitary session and captured in a single recording session.

The EP concludes with “Creature Double Feature”, a playful yet thoughtful track that enriches the album’s texture. Ben reveals a new facet of himself through this work which is more complex and experimental but maintains the core of acoustic storytelling. The track transitions from bright to dark moments while introducing rough organ tones alongside imaginative lyrics which reflect the distinctive yet appealing people described in the song. Despite its brevity, ‘Creatures EP’ makes a lasting impact. This track doesn’t seek loudness but presents an authentic sound while demonstrating exquisite arrangement and heartfelt expression.

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