Pretty Close, by Ethel Lindsey

Pretty Close

by Ethel Lindsey

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1.	Pretty Close 06:12	buy track
2.	Sore in Your Eyes 03:52	buy track
3.	Your Winner 05:14	buy track
4.	Together Again 04:40 video	buy track
5.	Day Dream 04:51	buy track
6.	Love Paved The Way 05:18	buy track
7.	Hold On 04:44	buy track
8.	Make You Mine 05:37	buy track

about

Ethel Lindsey's debut LP, marks the beginning of a new musical journey, showcasing the talent and heartfelt nostalgia of this gifted singer-songwriter. Deeply rooted in the sound and spirit of the 1970s, his work draws from the golden age of Soul, Funk, Disco, and AOR, blending these genres with elegance and authenticity. His songwriting and vocal delivery are so true to the era that one could easily imagine this album emerging straight from a California studio in 1976.

Entirely composed, written, and performed by Ethel Lindsey, Pretty Close is a deeply personal and cohesive body of work. From lush harmonies to groove-driven arrangements, the album captures the warmth and depth of vintage recordings while offering a fresh and intimate take on these timeless sounds.

Once again, Favorite Recordings brings its signature dedication to the project, ensuring every step of the process—from production to final mix—remains faithful to the sonic and aesthetic codes of the era. The album was produced using a maximum of vintage analog equipment, staying true to the texture and character of original 70s productions.

This is not merely a nostalgic tribute—it’s a sincere continuation of a musical tradition. With a deep respect for the past and a forward-thinking spirit, Ethel Lindsey breathes new life into classic genres, reaffirming their relevance in today’s musical landscape.

As Ethel himself puts it:
"The songs on this album offer but a fleeting glimpse into the whimsical, melodic reveries that may have danced through the mind of a young boy growing up in the northeastern suburbs of Paris, France during the early to mid-1980s. They are, perhaps, the earliest echoes of a fraternal musical upbringing—an inheritance both consciously absorbed and unconsciously imprinted—shaped by shared moments, half-remembered sounds, and the mysterious alchemy of childhood imagination. This collection is, in essence, a first distillation of that early inner world: playful, imperfect, sincere."

"If this had been released back then, it would already be considered a classic!" (Disk Union)

credits

released October 3, 2025

- Written, Composed, Arranged and Directed by Ethel Lindsey
- Executive Producer/AR : Pascal Rioux @ Favorite Recordings

TECHNICAL CREDITS :

- All Rhythm Tracks, Vocal and Horns Arrangements + All Lead & Background Vocals performances BY ETHEL LINDSEY
- Recorded and Mixed by Jordan Kouby at QDS, Studios (Paris-FR)
- Ethel’s Voices, Horns, Percussions and Overdubs were recorded by David « Greita » Cukier at Studio Delta (Paris-Fr)
- Edited by Thomas Rasoanaivo at Nodiva Studios (Paris-FR)
- Mastered by Frank Merrit at The Carvery (London-Uk)
- Photography / Instax by Lisa Roze
- Artwork Production by Pascal Rioux

P & C line, 2025 Favorite Recordings.

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Favorite Recordings Paris, France

Favorite Recordings is a French label focusing on Soul, Funk, Jazz and other related genres from the 1960s, 1970s and 1980s. With a rich catalog combining original productions and reissues.

Founded in 2006 by Pascal Rioux aka Charles Maurice, the label quickly established itself as an international reference. ... more