I had two things I really needed to do in 2025. Get married to my longtime partner/fiancé Patrick, and release at least one song. The wedding, from planning stages to the big day and then recovery in the aftermath, was a massive undertaking. During this time I snuck in one immersive music production weekend in March. After the wedding I wanted to have original music to accompany the wedding video, so I got to work recording trumpet and vocals to finish an upbeat tune I’d made in that little window in March.
It wholly encapsulates the love that I was feeling that day. Giving and receiving, it was one of the most intense and extraordinary experiences of my life. I did not anticipate how much MORE happy I would become with a beautiful ring on my finger encompassing my deep love and partnership with Patrick. The etchings of our beloved beardies Rey and Louis tying our little family into one unit. Love spills all over the song. There is a depth of warmth I’ve never quite captured before. The title “Family” came organically as I realized that in 2025 family was my theme for the year.
So today I present to you my year end project and new favourite song. This optimistic and curious melodic refrain can set the mood for 2026, where love, hope, truth and authenticity and will carry us all forward.
As always, thank you for listening,
Anita
P.S. the full music video is coming soon. Final edits are happening now. 💛
Song Credits:
Music production by Anita Eccleston.
Mastered by Chris Gestrin (Public Alley 421).
Cover and promo photography by Roberto Florencio.
Cover art design by Anita Eccleston and Patrick Collins.
Ring design/creation by Alex Christian (Treedgems).
Family is ONE STOP for any music supervisors interested in sync.