BRAND NEW HEART,

By Duane Vale

Duane Vale’s Brand New Heart is pure soul revival — heartbreak, hope, and healing all wrapped in velvet vocals. From the raw ache of Not One Goodbye to the gospel fire of Don’t Give Up and the joyful lift of the title track, Duane turns every song into a confessional you can dance to. It’s timeless R&B with enough heart to light up the whole block.

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Not One Goodbye

Duane Vale wrote “Not One Goodbye” after a breakup that ended not with words but with silence. It’s a soul-stirring ballad about the pain of being left without closure, where unanswered questions echo louder than any argument ever could. His velvet voice turns heartbreak into something hauntingly beautiful.

Not One Goodbye (Alternate Version)

True to form, Duane couldn’t stop at just one recording. He cut several takes of “Not One Goodbye,” each carrying a slightly different emotional shade. This Tape Club exclusive captures one of those rare alternate versions — intimate, vulnerable, and a keeper for every fan who craves the rawest edge of his performance.

No Matter What

Duane Vale’s “No Matter What” is a sweeping ballad of devotion — a vow to hold on through storms, silence, and every trial love endures. Written from the ache of almost losing someone, it carries both vulnerability and triumph, with his falsetto and gospel-soaked delivery turning the promise into pure soul fire.

No Matter What (Alternate Version)

For Tape Club, fans get to hear another one of Duane’s trademark alternate takes. This version of “No Matter What” trades polish for raw intimacy, with subtle vocal changes and emotional ad-libs that make it feel like he’s singing straight from his living room — a rare glimpse into the heart behind the voice.

Don’t Give Up

Duane Vale’s “Don’t Give Up” is a powerful anthem of resilience, inspired by the quiet strength of everyday fighters who push through without applause. With soaring vocals, gospel-tinged harmonies, and lyrics that remind us even one breath is a victory, it’s a song that lifts you when you need it most.

Don't Give Up (Live Version)

This special version was captured live in a small, intimate setting where Duane stripped the song to its rawest form. His heartfelt delivery brought the room to tears — a once-in-a-lifetime performance now preserved for Tape Club members.

It’s Not Right

Duane Vale’s “It’s Not Right” is a heartbreak ballad wrapped in honesty — a song about promises made without truth behind them. With tender piano, soaring falsetto, and lyrics that cut like confession, it captures the ache of realizing love was never what it seemed.

It's Not Right (Kendra Cover)

When Kendra heard “It’s Not Right,” she felt it in her bones and immediately stepped into the booth. Her version is nothing short of breathtaking — powerful, raw, and deeply soulful, transforming the song into an emotional showstopper that left even Duane floored.

It Just Works

Duane Vale’s “It Just Works” is a soulful ballad about love that feels effortless — no drama, no guessing, just peace and certainty. With warm piano, fretless bass, and his velvet delivery, it captures the beauty of finding someone who turns calm into something extraordinary.

It Just Works (Clive Hawthorne Cover)

Clive Hawthorne was so moved by this track that he rushed into Grant Street Studios to record his own take. With his signature piano touch and smooth, resonant vocals, he transforms “It Just Works” into a heartfelt performance that glows with timeless soul.

Don’t Break

Duane Vale lays his heart bare with “Don’t Break,” a soaring ballad about vulnerability, trust, and the fear of love slipping away. With tender verses that rise into powerful, pleading choruses, it’s a song that captures both the fragility and the hope of opening yourself up again.

Don't Break (Live Version)

This Tape Club recording captures Duane performing “Don’t Break” live with a full gospel choir behind him. The harmonies lift the song to breathtaking heights, transforming his personal plea into a roof-raising anthem of hope, faith, and unshakable emotion.

Breathless

Duane Vale delivers pure charm with “Breathless,” a silky R&B ballad about the dizzying spell of attraction. With lush Rhodes piano, smooth grooves, and falsetto-laced vocals, it captures that moment when words fail but the heart says everything.

Breathless (Jason Scott Cover)

For Tape Club, Jason Scott takes the mic and pours his velvet tone over “Breathless.” His smooth delivery and subtle phrasing gives the song an irresistible new flavor that makes the timeless groove shine even brighter.

Alone

Duane Vale’s “Alone” is a soul-drenched ballad about choosing self-respect over a love built on lies. With tender keys, aching vocals, and lyrics that cut straight to the truth, it’s a cathartic reminder that sometimes the bravest thing you can do is walk away.

Alone (Union Post Cover)

For Tape Club, Union Post reimagined “Alone” in their signature sophistipop style. With smooth grooves, layered harmonies, and a velvety polish, they transformed Duane’s raw heartbreak into a soulful, atmospheric track that feels both elegant and deeply moving.

One More Time

Duane Vale’s “Just One More Time” is a heartbreaking plea for one last moment of love before goodbye. With tender piano, saxophone flourishes, and his velvet vocal delivery, the song captures that desperate mix of nostalgia and longing when you know it’s over — but still can’t let go.

One More Time (Live and Acoustic)

This Tape Club performance is Duane at his most raw and unforgettable. Just his voice and an acoustic guitar, he held the room in silence, every word dripping with ache and vulnerability — an intimate moment that left the audience breathless.

Brand New Heart

Duane Vale’s “Brand New Heart” is an upbeat, soul-lifting anthem about finding love that heals and restores. With smooth grooves, warm keys, and lyrics that celebrate second chances, it’s a radiant track that turns past scars into proof of resilience and joy.

Brand New Heart (Live Acoustic)

On stage, Duane stripped “Brand New Heart” down to his voice and powered by an acoustic guitar. The performance glowed with joy and gratitude, his smile as present as the music, and the audience couldn’t help but clap along to every beat of renewal.