The Nigel Purcell Trio are
Nigel Ratcliffe
Andrew Purcell and
Coli… Read Full Bio ↴The Nigel Purcell Trio are
Nigel Ratcliffe
Andrew Purcell and
Colin the computer!

They (not the computer) have worked together on and off for the last thirty something years.
In 2012 Andrew approached Nigel to record a collection of His instrumental tracks and these were released as the album "An evening with The Nigel Purcell Trio"

In 2013, the Trio recorded tracks originally recorded between July 1982 and October 1983 and this was released as "Not Now"
Also in 2013 the album "As was" was released featuring re-recorded material from 1978 to 1980

The next album "Life is everything that happens inbetween" came out in 2014 (see review below) followed by "A coming together of ages"

2015 saw 2 compilation eps being released respectively in response to feedback from listeners which focused on the quieter side of their eclectic output called "Calm" and Not so Calm"

This was followed by "The Ghosts of Rookery Park" single..

A new album "Future past sounds" was released April 2015 and is a story based album.

All albums, e.ps and singles are now distributed by distrokid and can be found on all major streaming and download sites

Review of "The Ghosts of Rookery Park" by Bravespear
http://www.w2erdington.com/the-weird-erdington-sounds-of-the-nigel-purcell-trio--w2erdington.html#sthash.jeRXrycy.dpbs

"...Some believe That this is Syd Barrett's ghostly return to the music scene......Imagine Belle and Sebastian copping off in pigeon park with Half man half biscuit and your approaching the plateau they inhabit"

Review of "Life is everything that happens inbetween" by Trevor Sizzle

track 1 nice acoustic guitars and melody line, enjoyed ,
track 2 nice usage of childhood icons within the lyrics,country pop feel anther great song Hi ho silver away, enjoyed
track 3 How strange , begins with an instrumental just when you think its coming to a close breaks into song great lyrics and a pleasure to listen to ,
track 4 the versatility shown on this album so far has to be admired, this track The mirror all though short in length is a great lesson in song writing,
track 5 a homage to a cat !! nice sounding vocal and love the sound of that CURE sounding guitar
track 6 this is great song ,production cant be faulted enjoyed,
track 7 starts with nice acoustic guitars and a hello ! and ends with a Goodbye, anther gentle and enjoyable song and great song writing ,
track 8 wow really like this one reminds me of the beach boys , in there sunflower days all Bruce Johnston vocals this is my fave at the moment, this one needs to reach more ears than this up load will give it
track 9 pace moves up slightly I don’t think I was ever beautiful !! HA HA GREAT LEAD BREAK , and nice guitars through out,
track 10 flight 19, another well produced number, reminds me of the Bermuda triangle plane disappearances !! nice story telling,
track 11, title track of this batch of great work carrying with that distinctive vocal style
track 12 great guitar intro vocals right up front , louder or slightly more compressed than what has gone before giving it a pay attention feel , nice instrumental bridge ,
track 13 getting the impression that I am listening to a double album here as the production seems louder than the songs before track 11, still the amazing quality enjoying
track 14 synth intro giving a more 80s- 90s feel nice arrangement
track 15 showing great versatility this track stars with a more folksy feel and some really nice lead guitar work great atmosphere conjured up here great harmony’s to ward the end
track 16 another great track showing great versatility
track 17 great story telling with in a song,as with track 18 which brings this great batch of songs to a close, over all this would grace any body’s album collection with a very professional approach
and production that most would be pleased with if MT users read this while listening to the first track and thinking that it is the flavour of the ongoing 17 tracks then for get it this is very strong volume of work and needs to be listened to in its entirety to gain the full strength of the musicians and song writers that are The Nigel Purcell Trio thumbs up great volume of work as you can probably tell work on the next sizzle video came to a stand still while listening and commenting, believe in love trevor sizzle -

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Now and Then
The Nigel Purcell Trio Lyrics

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Hello

Now and then
Someone steals your heart
And you don't want it back
It is then your cast adrift and frightened
But things aren't so bad

When the mirror cracks
You hear thing
You don't know her when
You fear things
She's been here and there
Your heart sinks
Your lover had
Made you sing

Now and then
Someone breaks your heart
And you can't be bothered to dream
It is then the emptiness of life
A space where your heart had been

When the mirror cracks
You hear things
You don't know her when
You fear things
She's been here and there
Your heart sinks
Your lover had
Made you sing

Goodbye

Overall Meaning

The song "Now and then" by The Nigel Purcell Trio explores the theme of heartbreak and its aftermath. The opening lines, "Now and then, someone steals your heart, and you don't want it back," suggest that someone has deeply impacted the singer's emotions, leaving them feeling vulnerable and adrift. However, they find solace in the realization that things aren't as terrible as they initially seemed.

The mention of a cracked mirror symbolizes the shattered image of oneself after experiencing heartbreak. This broken reflection brings about a sense of uncertainty and unfamiliarity. The line, "You don't know her when you fear things," suggests that the heartbreak has not only affected the singer's perception of themselves but also their ability to trust and understand others. The fear mentioned here might stem from the pain they have endured in the past.

The line "She's been here and there, your heart sinks" further emphasizes the emotional impact of this lost love. It implies that the singer's lover was once present in their life but has since moved on, leaving a void that provokes deep sadness. Despite this heartache, it is evident that the person who broke their heart also brought moments of joy and made them sing.

As the song progresses, the singer states, "Now and then, someone breaks your heart, and you can't be bothered to dream." This indicates a sense of numbness, where the heartbreak has rendered the singer emotionally detached, unable to find the motivation to dream or aspire for a better future. The emptiness they experience in life is likened to a physical space where their heart used to reside.

Overall, these lyrics convey the complexity of emotional pain and its lingering effects. The song acknowledges the resilience one can find even in the face of heartbreak. It speaks to the universal experience of having one's heartbroken and the subsequent struggle to heal and move on. Ultimately, the singer bids farewell with the word "goodbye," possibly signaling their acceptance of the situation and their readiness to embark on a new chapter.

Line by Line Meaning

Now and then
Occasionally, at certain times

Someone steals your heart
A person captures your affection

And you don't want it back
And you are content to let them keep it

It is then your cast adrift and frightened
It is at that moment you feel lost and scared

But things aren't so bad
However, the situation is not entirely negative

When the mirror cracks
When your perception of yourself shatters

You hear things
You begin to notice unseen elements

You don't know her when
You are unfamiliar with the person you have become

You fear things
You start to worry about potential dangers

She's been here and there
She has experienced various situations

Your heart sinks
Your emotions become heavy and disheartened