Ross Tones aka Throwing Snow is an Northern English electronic producer, now based in Donegal, who has collaborated with the Cork writer Daragh Fleming on a song.
‘Pedalling’ is a euphoric track anchored by writer, poet and mental health advocate Fleming’s spoken nostalgic words about a summer since passed ,that rolls over 8 minutes of propulsive, yet gentle electronica (a shorter radio edit is available as well).
“This track is about how we’re always chasing our youth—the invincibility of those days, “says Fleming. “I think we’re all, in a sense, longing for a simpler time, when there wasn’t so much to worry about.”
The instrumental track was originally composed as part of a creative project for architect and extreme cyclist Philippa Battye, – designed as a sonic companion for Battye’s long-distance climbs.
“When I first came across Daragh’s work I was bowled over by his lyricism, storytelling and message,” Tones says. “Within a week, he’d sent back an amazing poem capturing childhood memories and long summers riding bikes. The track now had a new life.”
Throwing Snow
Throwing Snow is the alias of Ross Tones, a producer and composer from Weardale, North East England, now based in Donegal. With a background in astrophysics and music technology, Ross has crafted a distinct sound rooted in the underground dance scene and the ‘hardcore continuum,’ blending unusual instrument combinations. He has released multiple albums and EPs on Houndstooth and collaborated on projects including Snow Ghosts – an acclaimed folk-electronic trio known for award-winning trailer music – and Everything Falls Apart.
Ross’s live performances have seen him support Bonobo, Jon Hopkins, and Thom Yorke’s Atoms For Peace, with appearances at major festivals and clubs like Sonar, Roskilde, Berghain, and Boilerroom. In 2019, he was named Best Underground Producer by Music Radar. His remixes span artists such as Editors, Morcheeba, Bombay Bicycle Club, and Sasha. Ross’s compositions feature in adverts, TV shows, and films including The Guest, King Arthur: Legend of the Sword, and Premier League broadcasts.
Alongside his music, Ross scores documentaries focusing on ecological themes, collaborating with Hannah Cartwright on projects narrated by David Attenborough.
Daragh Fleming
Daragh Fleming is a writer and poet from Cork, Ireland, stepping into the music space with the same raw honesty that defines his written work. Known for his powerful poetry and lyrical sensitivity, Daragh brings emotional depth and sharp social commentary to everything he creates, carving out space for vulnerability, resilience, and hope. His published works include short story collections The Book of Revelations (2019) and If You Are Reading This Then Drink Water (2020), poetry chapbooks such as Notes For A Mid-Youth Crisis (2022) and Enigmatic (2023), as well as non-fiction titles including Lonely Boy: Musings on Death, Mental Health and Relationships (2022) and the forthcoming A Brief Inhalation (2025). His writing has appeared in numerous literary journals, and he has received awards and recognition including the From The Well Short Story Competition (2021) and the Duncairn Flash Fiction Competition (2024). Beyond writing, Daragh is a passionate mental health advocate and sought-after speaker, having delivered talks at TEDx and corporate events, and serving as an ambassador for See Change Ireland and Movember Ireland. His work candidly explores themes of identity, dislocation, and introspection with an unflinching eye, earning him residencies and appearances at literary festivals across Ireland and internationally.
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