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The main vocals for this track are samples taken from the song, “Depression Glass,” from the band’s 1994 album, 'Ardor.' The lyrics, "promises of love and light, promises of grace," were written by guest vocalist, Jennifer Ryan Fuller, adapted from her poem named “Dream Of Love.” Though performed as a duet with Jennifer in the original recording, the sample used in "Madras" is Suzanne's solo vocal. Additional vocals appear in the chorus which do not seem to come from the same source.

Sometime in the early to mid-2000's “Madras” was featured as a “Deep Cut” on the iTunes Essentials Shoegaze & Beyond playlist alongside legendary bands Cocteau Twins, My Bloody Valentine, Slowdive, Jesus and Mary Chain, Lush, and more. Here’s what iTunes has to say about the Deep Cuts selections:

"All things must pass, intense musical movements included, but when the first-wave shoegazers finally looked up from their footwear, what they saw was a whole new scene that they themselves had begotten. The proof is in the Deep Cuts…"

"Madras" was also featured on the various artist compilation, 'Life Is Too Short For Boring Music Vol. 11' released by the German label, EFK, in 1997. The 2-CD set also features Clan of Zymox, And Also The Trees, Clair Obscur, Tackhead, Burning Spear, Bad Manners, and Poems for Laila.

At time of writing, "Madras," remains the band's #1 song on Apple Music.

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from Ever [Remastered Reissue], released June 5, 2020

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Love Spirals Downwards Los Angeles, California

For over 3 decades, Ryan Lum has been crafting ethereal soundscapes, first with Suzanne Perry as Love Spirals Downwards and later with Anji Bee as Lovespirals. Lum has captivated listeners with his enchanting compositions and delicate guitar work, seamlessly blending acoustic and electronic elements, coupled with emotive female vocals, creating a distinctive dreamy and introspective ambiance. ... more

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