Things That Make You Happy

Started by a mysterious intro with a reversed recording mentioning something about “The Silver Platters”, this song is set off from the start with a gloomy perspective. After the sounds fade away, the listener is enveloped by the smooth, gentle sounds of a beautiful acoustic guitar - paving the way for the rest of the track as it builds over time. An easy-listening, emotional song at heart, “Sometimes” proves to be one of The Trees’ strongest moments in songwriting. Read more on Last.fm.

The Trees are an alternative band from Essex, formed in the late 90s by Tony Eke and Simon Dawes and later joined by Dave Earl, Ben Frost and Abs Alamad. They made some demos and videos which created a buzz and interest across the Internet and radio stations including BBC6. They describe their music as a subtle dark blend of big guitars, gentle melodies and captivating soundscapes reminiscent of their wide range of influences, from sixties psychedelic to modern indie alternative. Read more on Last.fm. User-contributed text is available under the Creative Commons By-SA License; additional terms may apply.