A moody, cinematic track that captures the spirit of the open plains
Garrett Anthony Rice steps boldly forward with “EDEN,” the opening track from his upcoming album Equinox. Following the bold statement of “Property,” Rice’s latest single deepens the intrigue around his double album, promising fans a record that defies easy classification and embraces the spirit of discovery.
With “EDEN,” Rice expands his sonic canvas, blending the earthy grit of Southern delta blues with a raw, rap-inflected edge. Atmospheric gospel elements add a haunting resonance, giving the track a weight that feels both personal and universal. Influenced in part by The Verve’s Richard Ashcroft’s rich musical legacy, Rice folds subtle nods to Ashcroft’s sounds and American musical influences into the track’s tapestry. It’s music that feels like a man wandering alone across an open plain; contemplative, resilient, and unafraid to embrace the vastness around him.
The song’s chord progressions challenge expectations, drawing the listener into a dreamy, swirling middle section that evokes a sense of wonder. There’s a moody Americana quality here that threads through Rice’s work, but “EDEN” stands out for its subtlety and cinematic flair. It’s a testament to Rice’s ability to fuse tradition and innovation, paying homage to the English and American musical traditions that have shaped him.
“EDEN” is the latest glimpse into Equinox, an album that aims to challenge expectations and expand Rice’s creative reach. Recorded across Ireland and the UK in 2024, the 18-track double album is set to showcase Rice’s evolution as both a songwriter and a performer, building on the foundation he laid with his debut album under the alias (i) CONSULT.
“Property” gave listeners a taste of Rice’s fearless approach to songwriting, challenging tired narratives and shining a light on the misunderstood. With “EDEN,” Rice dives deeper into new sonic territory, staying true to his own voice and vision. The track underscores his dedication to carving out a meaningful space for himself in today’s music scene, where genuine artistry often cuts through the noise.
LISTEN TO EDEN HERE
About Garrett Anthony Rice
Hailing from County Dublin, Ireland and now living in Greystones, County Wicklow for the last twenty years with his family, Garrett Anthony Rice intends to make a significant impact on the global music scene in 2025. “EQUINOX” is the first double album (18 songs) to be released by a debut solo artist as their second record in musical history, so the task of writing and completing this record was pretty daunting and enormous.
Garrett released his debut album under the alias of (i) CONSULT in October 2023; entitled “Reflections Part II, the very best of……” which was streamed in 93 countries and peaked the interest of UK producer Chris Potter (The Rolling Stones, Paul McCartney, U2 and The Verve/ Richard Ashcroft) in late 2023.
Out of a possible 30 recorded demos, 18 were selected and recorded throughout 2024 both in the UK and Ireland and already the well known and esteemed music professionals who worked on this record and who have heard it are lauding this album as the record of this year.
“My Sons” was the first single from the record released on 28 February 2025 which Garrett wrote for Mrs. Peggy Gallagher mother of OASIS’ Liam and Noel when they were still estranged. The song ties into the other diverse themes on the album which industry professionals are already touting as one of the best Irish albums ever made.
This new single, “Property (An Ode To Roger Syd Barrett, a genius, 1946-infinity)” is a tribute to Syd Barrett from Pink Floyd and it attempts to reverse the tired narrative that he was an artist to be pitied and avoided rather than the influential and brilliant songwriter he was. “EQUINOX” will be available to pre save closer to the time of release on vinyl and all platforms.
