The Willful Deaf Spirit of Youth

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About: 
The Willful Deaf Spirit of Youth
Artist: 
THE WILLFUL DEATH SPIRIT
Place: 
BRUSSELS
Date: 
Sunday, 26. April 2026

NEWS - The Willful Deaf Spirit of Youth

DUBLIN, IRELAND — The Willful Deaf, a new project led by British singer-songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist Matthew John Watts, announces the release of the new single, "Spirit of Youth." Blending elements of folk, psychedelic rock, electronica, and dub, it features special guest Argentinian banjoist and mandolinist Nicolas Sokolic.

The track was recorded between Seville, Antwerp, and Dublin, where Watts is currently based.

Joining Watts for both the recordings and live performances are:

• Nick Holder (Drums/Percussion), Lucio Cavallari (Keys/AV Design), and Roberto
Lusardi (Bass).
The technical team includes:
• The Main Mix: Mixed at OFF TRAIL STUDIOS, Los Angeles
• Mastering: Jam Studios (Ireland).
• The Alternative Mix: . Ruadri Cushnan, Grammy Award-winning producer
(Ireland).