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Released in 2021, Actual Life (April 14 – December 17 2020) is the debut album by British producer Fred again.., introducing his now-signature approach to emotional electronic music. Assembled during the COVID-19 lockdown, the album is a poignant audio diary, blending real-life voice notes, Instagram clips, and everyday conversations into textured compositions. Intimate yet danceable, it’s a deeply personal project that established Fred again.. as a unique voice in contemporary UK electronica.
Key Highlights
- Features emotive tracks like “Marea (we’ve lost dancing)” and “Julia (deep diving)”
- Captures the emotional spectrum of lockdown life with sample-driven storytelling
- Fuses elements of ambient, house, downtempo, and lo-fi pop
- Often released on heavyweight vinyl with minimalist, date-stamped artwork
- Launched the Actual Life series, now considered a landmark trilogy in modern electronic music
Side A
1. April 14 2020
2. Kyle (i found you)
3. Dermot (see yourself in my eyes)
4. Yasminah (see your face again)
5. Hackney (interlude)
6. Julia (deep diving)
7. Adam (interlude)
8. Me (heavy)
9. Big Hen (steal my joy)
Side B
10. Marnie (wish i had you)
11. Sabrina (i am a party)
12. Lydia (please make it better)
13. Carlos (make it thru)
14. Angie (interlude)
15. Angie (i've been lost)
16. December 17 2020
17. Marea (we've lost dancing)
Fun Fact
The widely loved “Marea (we’ve lost dancing)” features a spoken monologue from The Blessed Madonna, recorded during a reflective conversation about the cultural impact of lockdown on nightlife.
- A groundbreaking debut that redefined the emotional potential of sample-based electronic music
- Offers an introspective, human-centred listening experience on vinyl
- Ideal for collectors starting or completing the Actual Life trilogy
- A soundtrack to one of the most globally shared experiences in recent history
Actual Life is a heartfelt sonic journal of connection and longing, with every track offering something raw, real, and resonant—captured beautifully on vinyl for immersive listening.
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If your product becomes faulty in the first 6 years from purchase, we will repair or replace your unit with a brand new item. If the product is unrepairable and the model purchased is no longer available, you will be issued with a store credit for the full value paid of the failed product.
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OUR 30 DAY HASSLE-FREE RETURNS POLICY
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At Smart Home Sounds, we are leading Home Audio Visual Specialists and one of the UK's largest Sonos dealers. Our knowledgeable team provide expert service & advice on a wide range of audiovisual products and are here to help you find the perfect setup for your home.
We’d love to send you exclusive offers and the latest info from Smart Home Sounds by email. We’ll always treat your details with the utmost care and won’t share them with any third party. You can, of course, opt out of these communications at any time! See our Privacy Policy for more info.
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This warranty does not cover wear and tear.
Any unauthorised modifications or failure to follow the Rega recommended guidelines may invalidate the warranty.
Please see your user manual for detailed warranty information for your particular product. Your statutory rights are not affected.
ABOUT SMART HOME SOUNDS
At Smart Home Sounds, we are leading Home Audio Visual Specialists. Our knowledgeable team provide expert service & advice on a wide range of audiovisual products and are here to help you find the perfect setup for your home.
We’d love to send you exclusive offers and the latest info from Smart Home Sounds by email. We’ll always treat your details with the utmost care and won’t share them with any third party. You can, of course, opt out of these communications at any time! See our Privacy Policy for more info.
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We’d love to send you exclusive offers and the latest info from Smart Home Sounds by email. We’ll always treat your details with the utmost care and won’t share them with any third party. You can, of course, opt out of these communications at any time! See our Privacy Policy for more info.
Extended Christmas Returns
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Our Extended Christmas Returns
We've extended our normal returns for the festive season. Any gifts bought between 27th October 2023 and 22nd January 2024 can be returned up until 31st January 2024.
How does the returns policy work?
ABOUT SMART HOME SOUNDS
At Smart Home Sounds, we are leading Home Audio Visual Specialists and one of the UK's largest Sonos dealers. Our knowledgeable team provide expert service & advice on a wide range of audiovisual products and are here to help you find the perfect setup for your home.
We’d love to send you exclusive offers and the latest info from Smart Home Sounds by email. We’ll always treat your details with the utmost care and won’t share them with any third party. You can, of course, opt out of these communications at any time! See our Privacy Policy for more info.
FREE Extended 5 Year TV Warranty
True peace of mind with your new TV purchase
Extended 5 year warranty gives you peace of mind that you're covered for longer.
Simply submit your extra warranty request from the moment of purchase up to 90 days after purchase.
You will need your TV serial number to make your claim.
Make your extended warranty claim here.
Ts & Cs apply. Valid on TVs purchased after 1st April 2023.
Relax, we've got you covered.
We will upload your LG extended 5 year warranty for you. You will receive email/written confirmation within a month of receipt.
Redeem your additional 5 year warranty within 90 days of purchase.
You will need your TV serial number to make your claim.
Register for your extended warranty here.
Ts & Cs apply.
Simply submit your extra warranty request from the moment of purchase.
You will need your TV serial number to make your claim.
Make your extended warranty claim here.
Ts & Cs apply.
At Smart Home Sounds, we are leading Home Audio Visual Specialists and one of the UK’s largest Sonos dealers. Our knowledgeable team provide expert service & advice on a wide range of audiovisual products and are here to help you find the perfect setup for your home.
We’d love to send you exclusive offers and the latest info from Smart Home Sounds by email. We’ll always treat your details with the utmost care and won’t share them with any third party. You can, of course, opt out of these communications at any time! See our Privacy Policy for more info.
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Extended 3 year* warranty gives you peace of mind that you're covered for longer.
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All Ruark products carry a two year manufacturers parts and labour guarantee unless otherwise stated.
If you register your product online within 28 days of purchase you will claim a free third year guarantee. All guarantee claims must be accompanied with a proof of purchase. Guarantees must be registered within 28 days of purchase and are not transferable.
Please note that our guarantee is for goods bought and used in the UK, The Isle of Man and the Channel Islands. The two year manufacturers parts and labour guarantee and free third year guarantee does not apply to ‘spares and accessories.’ These items are covered by a one year guarantee unless otherwise stated.
At Smart Home Sounds, we are leading Home Audio Visual Specialists and one of the UK’s largest Sonos dealers. Our knowledgeable team provide expert service & advice on a wide range of audiovisual products and are here to help you find the perfect setup for your home.
We’d love to send you exclusive offers and the latest info from Smart Home Sounds by email. We’ll always treat your details with the utmost care and won’t share them with any third party. You can, of course, opt out of these communications at any time! See our Privacy Policy for more info.
