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Back Where We Started represents a step forward and also a look to the recent past for Gene, since the track has ultimately been several years in the making. She says: “Some tracks are written and recorded in days, and then there are some that take years—this latest offering is one of those tracks.

“Lloyd and I wrote Back Where We Started in 2022 and recorded the vocals at Ford Lane Studio with Porl Young, who is a dream vocal producer. The orphic hymn used in the song was read and recorded by a lovely Greek friend of mine, giving it a real otherworldly and much more human sound. It’s a prayer essentially—highlighting that point when you step off your path and end up back at that exact point when it’s time to move forward again."

“2022 became very busy for everyone, with 2023 also seeing a lot of changes in all our lives. I asked Porl for the parts to finish the track over here in Berlin, which he kindly provided. I was lucky enough to work with Sebastian Lee Philip (Die Wild Jagd/Noblesse Oblige) to finish off and mix the track, which was great! Having known him so long, it was so easy to work with him. There's been so much talent involved in this track—from its creation right down to the mastering process at Analogue Cut here in Berlin—that was another wonderful experience. The engineer’s use of analogue equipment gave the finished release a very special sound, I think.”

The song’s title is especially apt for Gene, who had to take a break from being active in music due to some personal circumstances. She continues:

“I knew I needed to do things differently moving forward. In October 2024 I really felt I was ready; I had the best remixes coming and new music in the pipeline, I was able to continue the creative journey, and I finally knew where I was at and how and where I wanted to work."

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