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Mick Rochford Shares Heartrending Single ‘Sticks and Stones’
Irish singer-songwriter Mick Rochford has released ‘Sticks and Stones’, a new single addressing the enduring harm caused by bullying. Blending pop-rock and folk influences, the track aims to encourage discussion while emphasising resilience, empathy and hope for people affected by bullying.
Rochford said the song draws on his own experiences, accounts from people close to him and wider public experiences, and that it was difficult to write. Formerly a drummer who performed with bands from the 1990s and supported Aslan, he is now preparing his debut album, ‘I’ve Got Something to Say’, which will collect his recent solo work.
In short
- Mick Rochford releases anti-bullying single ‘Sticks and Stones’.
- The song combines personal and observed experiences.
- It precedes his debut album, ‘I’ve Got Something to Say’.
Explained simply
Mick Rochford is an Irish musician who performed as a drummer with bands from the 1990s onwards. He is now establishing himself as a solo singer-songwriter and preparing his debut album.
Rochford's new single, 'Sticks and Stones', addresses bullying and its lasting effects. The track blends pop-rock and folk styles whilst aiming to spark conversation about a widespread experience.
The song draws from Rochford's own experiences and accounts from people close to him. By connecting to personal narratives, it explores a subject that affects many people.
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