With more than 10 years of musical experience under his belt, Garth Brown, the multi-talented soul, gospel and rock musician, has through his music talent turned an almost tragic moment in his life into a triumph.
After spending time in ICU in June 2021, at the height of the Covid-19 pandemic, the musician kept himself spiritually in check by humming the popular biblical scripture: “Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil; you are the one, you’re my comfort and my help”, which soon turned into a song, “No Evil” to be released as a new single more than three years after the solemn prayer was made.
Today, more than three years later, Brown is ready to release “No Evil” as his debut single, marking the beginning of an inspiring new chapter in his musical journey. As a musician and vessel of love and light, Brown uses the power of song to narrate some of his darkest rock-bottom moments. This poignant track serves as the prelude to his forthcoming EP.
Brown refers to “No Evil” as a prophecy that saved his life. Initially recorded as a freestyle video after a studio session for Shi Kargo’s single “About You” in August 2020, (during lockdown) the song took on new significance a year later.
“This song literally saved my life, and as I sang it silently to myself, I felt His strength returning to me. I attribute my recovery to him and the strong message contained in the words, ‘Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, you are the one, you’re my comfort and my help…’,” he says.
This year, Brown reveals that he has received multiple prophetic encounters and messages affirming that music is a significant part of his life purpose. Through these encounters, he has realised that sharing the music that helped him through his multiple ordeals was essential and that keeping it to himself would deprive others of the same spiritual encounter.
Produced by Kargo, with whom Brown has a rich history of musical collaborations, “No Evil” blends acid jazz and lounge/soulful house music. The marriage of synths and drumlines creates a buoyant instrumentation, complemented by Brown’s ethereal vocals and harmonies.
The synergy between Brown and Kargo is evident, showcasing a deep creative bond and a shared vision of using music as a force for good.
“I wanted to share my journey and the light that guided me through my darkest times. ‘No Evil’ is more than a song; it’s a beacon of hope and a reminder that even in our most trying moments, we can find strength and peace,” said Brown.
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