Positive Mental Health Music: Limited Edition Transparent Pink Vinyl LP

Freuds process of therapy was famously labelled the Talking Cure – through the act of conversation participants received cathartic relief. Positive Mental Health Music (PMHM), the debut album from South East London band Tia, stems from this idea. Lead singer/songwriter Josh Loftin explains that he used the songs to work through a mental breakdown, and that for him writing is like solving a mystery. The 11 track LP provides an honest and intimate portrait into this process of self-examination, covering themes of anxiety, depression, love, sex, isolation, fear and failure. Yet, PMHM is anything but a difficult listen: the tracks are catchy, lively – even danceable at times. Loftins cooing vocals, his lyrics poetic yet slightly self-mocking, sit atop a blend of psych-pop keys, drums and guitars, all guided by the shepherding hand of producer Dan Carey. After singles I Feel Fine and Dip, Positive Mental Health Music is the first ever LP to be released on Careys Speedy Wunderground label.