Suede were a very notorious band during the early 90's particularly during their first eponymous album. The signature sound of Suede was thanks to the guitar work of Bernard Butler. Bernard fell out with the band members and the producer of the first two Suede albums. He walked away from the band and later hooked up with David McAlmont. Initially they were only going to 'try out' in the studio. The session produced a number of songs which became part of the 'Yes EPs'. 'Yes' became a huge hit and the press heralded the emergence of a new talent. The follow up single 'You Do' also made the top 10 in the UK. However, history repeats and yet again David and Bernard fell out and the partnership was dissolved. One album was released which was a collection from the EPs previously released as well as one additional song. The album was imaginatively called 'The Sound of McAlmont and Butler'.
David then spent a long time trying to create his follow up album. It would be an important album to see if he could, as a solo artist continue the commercial and critical success experienced with McAlmont and Butler. He first released a single from called 'Look at Yourself' which sounded as if he were trying to copy the McAlmont and Butler blueprint. Although it garnered lots of radio play the single barely scraped into the Top 40. David scrapped the rest of the work that had been carried out in the same vein and began the process of writing a new album from scratch. His efforts were rewarded with 'A Little Communication' which was his first release under his full name of David McAlmont. The sound was a sea change from his previous work - it was a classy, sophisticated soul effort - emphasising the quality of David's primary asset - his voice. Three singles were released from the record - 'Honey', 'A Little Communication' and 'Lose My Faith' while the last two single particularly were geared to commercial success none sold well.
Again David retreated to make another album and another attempt at commercial success. He created a more 'dance-orientated' garage influenced album called 'Be'. Two singles preceded the intended release of the album. Both singles ('Easy' and 'Working') again failed to hit. At the last moment (promos had been sent out and reviews were already written!) the record company pulled the album and dropped David from the label.
During this period Bernard Butler had also released two solo albums, and had lost his label deal at the collapse of Creation Records. Bernard had written a number of songs which he thought sounded like 'McAlmont and Butler' songs and both artists were able to make up and record a further album 2002's 'Bring it Back'. The album was a Motown-esque pop album. 'Falling' was a hit single just failing to reach the top 10, and the title song was a further minor chart hit. The album was positively reviewed and reached the Top 40 chart. McAlmont and Butler started work on a third album and recorded songs 'Freak' and 'Speed' but were again dropped from EMI due to disappointing sales.
It was during this time that Bernard also 'made up' with the lead singer of Suede Brett Anderson and they formed a new band called 'The Tears' releasing and promoting an album.
The McAlmont and Butler project was put on indefinite hold and David again recorded solo. Again, he changed his sound dramatically and headed down a 'jazz pop' route inspired by one of his favourite artists jazz singer Cassandra Wilson. The album (Set One - You Go To My Head)
was released on an independent label with little promotion except a few articles in the broadsheets which re-iterated the overlooked talent of David McAlmont. One song was released to radio - a brilliant cover of 'Saving All My Love' the Whitney Houston recorded song. It garnered some interest due to McAlmont (an out gay man) singing the song to a married family man. There are a few other notable songs on the record - a further Shirley Bassey cover (he had previously had a minor hit with a version of 'Diamonds are Forever' with David Arnold) 'Never Never Never' and the title track 'You Go To My Head'.
During 2006 McAlmont and Butler released a 'one off' song from their recording session for the abandoned third album - 'Speed' it was well received by the press and gained the 'record of the week' by the Sun newspaper!
Fans are anticipating the release of 'Set Two'. For David McAlmont information check his myspace
webpages.
In 2012, David along with Guy Davies have formed a new band, Fingersnap and are performing successfully in and around London.
Snow
David McAlmont Lyrics
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Something you won't tell me?
I can see it in your eyes,
There's nothing left for you to hide, my love.
Is there somewhere we can go?
Somewhere that we could speak?
If there is time, could we still find,
But if you stay,
I know I'd throw it all away,
And if you go,
I know I'll find my way back home.
You say I give it all away,
Leave nothing to imagination,
Well it's all I know, although I know,
You don't want everything, my love.
But if you stay,
I know I'd throw it all away,
And if you go,
I know I'd find my way back home.
Stay,
Stay,
If you go,
If you go.
Is there something I should know?
Is there something I should know?
Is there something I should know, my love?
David McAlmont's song "Snow" is a poignant and emotive composition that tackles the themes of love, secrets, and uncertainty. The song's lyrics revolve around a conversation between two people who are in love but are struggling to communicate effectively. The singer starts by asking if there's something that their partner is keeping from them, something that they won't reveal. The singer can sense that their partner is holding back something, and they want to know what it is. They can see it in their partner's eyes that they are hiding something. The use of the phrase "There's nothing left for you to hide, my love" shows that the singer is trying to create a sense of comfort and trust, urging their partner to open up to them.
The singer then moves on to ask if there's somewhere they can go to speak, a place where they can find peace of mind and some kind of love. The use of the phrase "piece of mind" suggests that the singer is aware that their partner is troubled and wants to help them feel more at ease. However, the uncertainty of the situation is still present, and the singer acknowledges that if their partner stays, they would throw everything away, and if they go, they will always find their way back home.
The song's poignant lyrics are complemented by McAlmont's soulful voice and the gentle, melancholic melody. The repetition of the lines "Stay, stay, if you go, if you go" at the end of the song emphasizes the uncertainty and confusion of the situation, urging the listener to reflect on their own experiences with love and relationships. Overall, "Snow" is a beautiful and heartfelt composition that captures the raw emotions of love and confusion.
Line by Line Meaning
Is there something I should know?
The singer acknowledges that there may be something important that they don't know, and they want to know if there is something they should be aware of.
Something you won't tell me?
The singer questions whether the other person is intentionally hiding something from them.
I can see it in your eyes,
The singer observes that the other person's eyes reveal something that they are not saying out loud.
There's nothing left for you to hide, my love.
The artist believes that the other person has already revealed everything that they could, and must not withhold any more information.
Is there somewhere we can go?
The artist suggests going somewhere private and quiet where they can talk without distractions.
Somewhere that we could speak?
The singer reiterates their desire to have an intimate and frank conversation with the other person.
If there is time, could we still find,
The singer acknowledges that they may not have much time, but still hopes for an opportunity to resolve things.
Piece of mind, some kind of love, my love?
The artist expresses their desire to find peace of mind and some kind of reconciliation between them and the other person.
But if you stay,
The artist imagines scenarios where the other person might stay or leave, and examines his reactions.
I know I'd throw it all away,
The artist knows that if the other person stays, they might give up everything in the pursuit of that person's affection.
And if you go,
The singer imagines scenarios where the other person might stay or leave, and examines his reactions.
I know I'll find my way back home.
The artist believes that if the other person leaves, they will eventually find their way back home and to some sort of normalcy in their lives.
You say I give it all away,
The singer reflects on feedback or criticism they have received from the other person, who thinks they are too open or transparent with their feelings.
Leave nothing to imagination,
The singer realizes that their openness might leave nothing to the other person's imagination, dampening the excitement of the relationship.
Well it's all I know, although I know,
The singer admits that being open and straightforward is simply their natural disposition, despite any potential downsides.
You don't want everything, my love.
The artist understands that the other person may not want to have complete access to everything they are thinking or feeling, and that they will respect those boundaries.
Stay,
The artist pleads with the other person to stay and work things out together.
If you go,
The singer acknowledges that the other person might leave, but hopes they will come back.
Is there something I should know?
The song ends with the singer repeating their opening line, emphasizing the importance of open communication and avoiding any hidden agendas.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: CRAIG ARMSTRONG, DAVID MCALMONT
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