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Forgotten 90s Track Finds New Life on Disney+
6 Apr
Summary
- A 1996 song resurfaced and gained over 87,000 streams.
- The track features in the new Disney+ series 'Love Story'.
- A rare condition inspired the song's singer to embrace newfound fame.
A single recorded in 1996 on the Isle of Man, which had been largely forgotten, is now reaching a global audience of millions. The track, titled 'Silver,' by the band Harvey, has garnered over 87,000 streams since its inclusion in the recent on-demand series 'Love Story,' available on Disney+.
This unexpected revival is particularly meaningful for Stuart Watret, the song's vocalist, who was diagnosed with primary lateral sclerosis (PLS) 13 years ago. This rare condition has significantly impacted his speech, leading him to reflect, "The voiceless one is now being heard by millions." The song itself, an ode to young love, was written by Watret while he was at university.
'Silver' was recorded by Harvey in Douglas, Isle of Man, with the payment for the studio time involving painting the studio owner's house. The lyrics were inspired by Watret's train journeys between Preston and York, filled with the optimism of young love. The series 'Love Story,' which chronicles the relationship of John F. Kennedy Jr. and Carolyn Bessette, has become FX's most-watched limited series, boosting the visibility of the 90s track.
Despite life's challenges, including Watret's health, the duo is continuing to create music. New AI technology has enabled them to reproduce Watret's vocals, allowing for the creation of two new albums. The band continues to hold the Isle of Man in high regard as their "musical home."
