Comedian and CALM ambassador Russell Kane drops his first ever music single with RnB parody ‘Laundry Fight’ in aid of suicide prevention charity Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM).
Released today (April 28) and available to purchase via iTunes ‘Laundry Fight’ is a 90s swing ballad about discarded pants, and the annoyance of partners who leave their dirty clothes all over the place.
For his debut, Kane has teamed up with Ivor Novello, MTV VMA and IDMA nominated producer Nick Bridges (Bodyrox, nDubz, Chipmunk) to professionally produce the record - later teaming up with award-winning producer/songwriter Si Hulbert (One Direction, Ed Sheeran, James Hype), and artist/songwriter Amanda Wilson (Avicii, The Freemasons) to make what is now titled ‘Laundry Fight’.
The initial mix (RnB Edit) followed the chord progressions of Russ’ original parody which has been purposely produced in the style of early 90’s swing for comedy value. The second mix has a vintage Minneapolis sound combining funk-pop, soul, boogie and disco-pop bringing the record up to date.
All proceeds from the sale of the song will go to suicide prevention CALM, of whom Russell is an ambassador.
Russell Kane commenting on the single release said: “I'm buzzing like my wife's toy drawer to be making music for the first time in my life, and for such an amazing cause. The more we can get people talking and communicating the healthier we become. CALM is such a superb charity and I'm proud (and a bit emotional) to be fundraising for them - even if it has taken the form of my mid-life crisis with me rapping. Next stop: The Booth on live radio!”
‘Laundry Fight’ is available to buy by clicking here.
Alternatively you can add it to your steaming playlist by clicking here.
If you’re struggling or worried about someone, head to thecalmzone.net for practical support and advice.
Credits: Distribution: Ditto Music (Ed Sheeran, Sam Smith, Dave) are distributing the record.
Music Video: High-end, multi-camera location shoot headed up by producer Nick Bridges with DoP Josh White and Craig Longman of CPL films. It is a high-end RnB parody video shot in the The Biltmore Hotel, Mayfair featuring Verona Rose playing Russell’s on-screen partner.
Due to everyone’s schedules, the whole video was shot in 5 hours.
Song: Performed by Russell Kane and Amanda Wilson, written and produced by Nick Bridges and Si Hulbert, lyrics by Russell Kane and Amanda Wilson. Vocals recorded at Soho Sonic Studios, London.
Video: Director of Photography - Josh White. Director - Craig Longman. Producer - Nick Bridges.
Proceeds: Everyone involved with this record has done so free of charge with all sales and streaming revenue (after distribution) are going to suicide prevention charity Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM).
More about CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably) here - https://www.thecalmzone.net/
watch the video below
