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Ceiling Demons[1][2]are an English alternative art-rap / spoken word band formed in Leeds, England in 2012 by twins Simon Harrison (vocals, guitar), Dan Harrison (vocals) and George Ruston (vocals, music). The band's current line-up features Simon & Dan Harrison, Chris Shaw (guitar), Sam Reed (drums) with live on stage artist Tim Coomber.[3] They have emerged as a critically acclaimed musical force blending Conscious hip-hop < sensibilities with highly expressive and complex lyrics that detail their experience of loss and need to find meaning. Following the loss of close friends, Ceiling Demons are staunch advocates of charities including CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably)[4] who are dedicated to preventing male suicides, identified as the biggest killer of men under 50 in the UK.
A cornerstone of Ceiling Demons is their focus on mental health in their lyrics and charitable work. "Mental health has long been a theme that we have addressed in our music and Snakes & Ladders continues this tradition. Having birthed our project out of bereavement and our own experiences with anxiety and depression, we try to champion remedies such as creation, speaking, accepting, self-care and self-healing as medicines through music."[1]
The DIY collective are known for their emotionally charged work, their use of masks & their unique live performances that encapsulate music, art & the human condition. They tour the UK extensively and have released 3 albums, numerous EPs & singles, as well as an increasing catalogue of promotional videos, including videos directed by Ryan W. Martin and Callum Scott-Dyson . Musical collaborations have included Ceschi Ramos and Lee "Scratch" Perry.
History
[edit]Early stages and the Traits era (2011–2012)
[edit]Simon (Psy) and Dan Harrison's first musical outings was in a short-lived band called Traits in 2011-2012. At the same time George Ruston was writing his own material but also performed alongside friend and hip-hop collaborator Matt Robinson, aka Acts. Ceiling Demons emerged as a collaboration between Simon (Psy) Harrison, brother Dan Harrison who became the band's principle vocalists, and multi-instrumentalist George Ruston who provided the band with its hip-hop foundations. Artist and podcaster Tim Coomber[5] joined in 2013, and provided artwork for all releases as well live 'on stage' art.
The Ceiling Demons Emerge (2013–2021)
[edit]Chris Shaw (guitar) and Sam Reed (drums) completed the lineup. Along the way they have been supplemented by vocalists such as Rosey Purkiss McEndoo[6] and Françoise Harvey, as well as bassists, programmers and celtic visionary Andy Lawrenson on violin.
Ceiling Demons have released 3 albums: Dual Sides[7] (December 18, 2013); Nil[8] (September 22,2017); Snakes & Ladders[9] (September 22, 2021) - an eclectic 13-track album which featured violinist and bereavement therapist Andy Lawrenson,[10] guest vocals from Lee "Scratch" Perry, 'one of Jamaica's finest and most unpredictable record producers, as well as a much recorded' who died (29 Aug 2021, age 85)[11] soon after completing 2 tracks for the band, and folk singer-songwriter Françoise Harvey (aka Zarahruth)[12]
Ceiling Demons (2021–current)
[edit]Since the departure of George Ruston, the band have continue as a 4-piece: Psy & Dan Harrison (lyrics and vocals); Chris Shaw (guitar), and Sam Reed (drums). They are committed to playing gigs throughout the UK with Butterfly Effect[13] stable mates Faithful Joannes,[14] Analogue Blood,[15] Bristolians, Boom Boom Racoon,[16] and from across the pond Myles Bullen[17] from Portland, Maine, and Brook Pridmore from Detroit, Michigan).
Discography
[edit]Albums
[edit]- Snakes & Ladders[18] (September 22, 2021)
- Nil[19] (September 22,2017)
- Dual Sides[20] (December 18, 2013)
EPs & Singles
[edit]- Soul Within A Storm (December 4, 2020)
- Illusions (May 1, 2020)
- March Forward (April 28, 2017)
- Belly Of The Hopeless E.P. (May 27, 2016)
- Even If (August 17, 2015)
- Every Step (Fold - Follow The Lights Remix) (November 25, 2014)
- Amputated Spirit (June 13, 2014)
- The Ceiling Demons E.P. (December 3, 2012)
- Decide E.P. (May 14, 2012, released as Traits)
- 21st Birthday Blessings (SEPTEMBER 27, 2011)
Compilations
[edit]- The Corona Sessions (Butterfly Effect Records, BEFFECT014); September 5, 2023
- Come Play With Me compilation (CPWM201CD); 2017
- 'Lost the Way' (Come Play With Me release) (CPWM004); September 23, 2016
Videos
[edit]Breathe (Official Video) (September 24, 2021); Film Credits: Shot, directed and edited by Sean Ramsden
Silver Birch feat. Zarahruth (Official Video) (August 6, 2021); Film Credits: Shot, directed and edited by Steven Bardgett - https://www.artmouse.co.uk/ Featuring Psy Ceiling, Dan Demon, Art Demon & Zarahruth Filmed at Marske, North Yorkshire
From The Womb To The Grave (June 21, 2021); Shot on location at EASBY ABBEY, Richmond North Yorkshire; Live footage featuring Art Demon, taken at The Georgian Theatre, Stockton-on-Tees for NARC. TV Episode 1 - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4NaoVR4DeMX5tPtuPTWPAQ Additional Thanks to NARC. Magazine, Art Mouse Media and Tees Music Alliance
Without Certainty (July 27, 2018); Film Credits: Director: Nick Gaven Cameras: Tom Lindsay Additional support: Max Galbraith-Helps
Lost The Way (September 30, 2016); Video by Callum Scott-Dyson; Lost The Way is taken from CPWM004, AA side to a 7" single split with 'Connected' by Maggie8.
Stones (May 16, 2016); Video & stop motion animation by Callum Scott-Dyson
Every Step (Fold - Follow The Lights Remix) (November 28, 2014); Music Video by Ryan W. Martin
Amputated Spirit (June 11, 2014); taken from début LP, Dual Sides, Music Video by James Bird; 'Amazingly powerful & heartfelt' - Tom Robinson BBC 6 Music; 'Raw hip hop and spine chilling delivery' - www.undergroundhh.com; 'Best video we've seen in ages' - Don't Panic; 'The visuals complement the song perfectly!' - Earmilk
Lord, I Must Be Strong Now (Official Video) (January 29, 2013); Music Video by James Bird; Artwork Direction - Lewis Edwards/Joint Effort
Every Step Is Moving Me Up (December 11, 2013); Music Video by James Bird
References
[edit]- ^ a b "INTERVIEW: Ceiling Demons". Retrieved 2025-02-20.
- ^ "Snakes & Ladders, by Ceiling Demons". Ceiling Demons. Retrieved 2025-02-20.
- ^ Tim, Coomber (14 March 2017). "Gamification of art?".
- ^ "Homepage". Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM). Retrieved 2025-02-20.
- ^ "3.28 - Crypto-Culture and Creating Trusting Communities with Tim Coomber (Founder of Network 99 and Host of Life Is People Podcast)". INNERVERSE PODCAST. Retrieved 2025-02-20.
- ^ "Sleepover Songs, by Rosey PM". Blancmange Lounge. Retrieved 2025-02-20.
- ^ "Dual Sides, by Ceiling Demons".
- ^ "Nil, by Ceiling Demons".
- ^ "Snakes & Ladders, by Ceiling Demons".
- ^ "Hire Andy Lawrenson Trio with Agency Protection via Freak Music". Freak Music. Retrieved 2025-02-20.
- ^ Mason, Peter (2021-08-29). "Lee 'Scratch' Perry obituary". The Guardian. ISSN 0261-3077. Retrieved 2025-02-20.
- ^ "Mutual Birds, by zarahruth". zarahruth. Retrieved 2025-02-20.
- ^ butterfly. "HOME". Butterfly Effect. Retrieved 2025-02-20.
- ^ "Faithful Johannes". Faithful Johannes. 2024-12-22. Retrieved 2025-02-20.
- ^ "Analogue Blood". Analogue Blood. Retrieved 2025-02-20.
- ^ "Boom Boom Racoon". Boom Boom Racoon. Retrieved 2025-02-20.
- ^ "Subscribe to Myles Bullen". Myles Bullen. Retrieved 2025-02-20.
- ^ "Snakes & Ladders, by Ceiling Demons".
- ^ "Nil, by Ceiling Demons".
- ^ "Dual Sides, by Ceiling Demons".
External links
[edit]- Interview by LUKE WALLER for NARC: https://narcmagazine.com/interview-ceiling-demons-5/ (Tuesday September 21, 2021)
- NARC. TV Episode 1: Ceiling Demons & Girl From Winter Jargon (Premiered on 5 Nov 2020) Welcome to the first episode of NARC. TV! A magazine-style programme featuring live performances and in-depth interviews from some of the North East's most engaging performers, filmed in venues across the region. Episode one features North Yorkshire's alt. hip-hop band Ceiling Demons, filmed at Stockton's Georgian Theatre, and County Durham's guitar and vocal loop maestro Girl From Winter Jargon, filmed at The Forum Music Centre, Darlington. NARC. TV has been produced by Art Mouse Films in conjunction with Tees Music Alliance and with support from Creative Darlington, Stockton BID, Sunderland Culture and We Make Culture
- Ceiling Demons - Even If // Backseat Mafia Sessions (9 Aug 2015) Ceiling Demons perform 'Even If' for Backseat Mafia and Make Noise Studios at our secret session location in vintage clothes and barber shop 'A New Shop Sheffield'.