Give Me Something

Released in September 2014, Give Me Something serves as the definitive introduction to the Bridlington duo Seafret. The EP established their signature 'coastal folk' sound, a term derived from their name (a pun on the 'sea fret' mist that rolls off the North Sea). Recorded with a focus on spatial depth, the production emphasizes the physical relationship between Sedman's voice and Draper's guitar. The title track became a cornerstone of their live sets and a digital success, showcasing their ability to blend folk traditions with a modern indie sensibility. Unlike their later full-length albums which occasionally introduced more expansive arrangements, this EP remains their most stripped-back and atmospheric work. It captures a specific moment in the UK indie-folk scene where intimacy and vocal vulnerability were paramount, positioning Seafret alongside contemporaries like Ben Howard and Bear's Den while maintaining a more stark, maritime identity.