Jon Windle - Step Out The Man

Jon Windle, front man and song-smith of Little Man Tate, had ideas that went against the grain of sitting back and revelling in past glories. Something had to be done to prove that a fledgling career of Top 40 hits and countless world tours didn’t end with that infamous farewell gig in October. Stubborn determination and an ear for a massive chorus or two was the starting point for an internal rallying call that paved the way for future writing sessions within the bunker of his own living room. A solo project was now something Jon had needed to wet his lyrical appetite and so it came to fruition as the curtains closed on LMT 2005-2009. The Title track written for Jon’s forthcoming  new album is called ‘Step Out The Man’. A nod towards up-tempo 70’s rock with traces of Mott the Hoople, The Alarm and Roxy Music. “Step out the man, draw back the curtains, one thing’s for sure, nothing is certain.” A profound lyric that rests nicely on the lips of a born and bred Sheffielder who knows what it means to take risks and stand up and be counted. One thing was for certain however, the wintry nights were drawing in and keeping a true entertainer busy with countless scraps of paper and battered guitar strings which eventually, led to a body of material worth taking into the studio for the first time. Recording began in November at 2Fly Studios with the aid of erstwhile producer Alan Smyth. A tough taskmaster at times, Alan helped to forge the songs into shape, along with the help of other experienced Sheffield musicians, creating a playful atmosphere in the studio. Restless downtime energy was spent on staying focused whilst at the same time giving way to pool matches, trips to the golf course and numerous visits to city centre drinking holes. All of this activity proved to be a great way for Jon to feel creative and relaxed as production ideas buzzed around the mixing desk and the delicate tinkering of various tracks eventually led to a finished article.

Tracklisting:

1. My name's Frankie 2. 1995 3. Buskers Carol 4.A Winters Love Affair 5. Step Out The Man 6. Melissa's Song 7. Love Her Like A Woman 8. Move A Little Closer 9. Julia 10. Spirit.

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