Voices from the Shadow of the Gallows
Written in Blood brings the genuine final words of Britain's condemned, captured in song and illustration, preserving authentic historical voices.
Music Through the Lens of History
This project sets final words and correspondence of Britain’s capital punishment era (1868–1964) to modern music, ensuring every lyric is authentic, sourced directly from historical documents and letters exchanged in the shadow of the gallows.
15+
Years of Historical Research
100+
Original Letters Set to Song
30
Exhibitions and Performances
Documented Authenticity
Lyrics are sourced exclusively from original letters, confessions, and prison verse with no fictional additions.
Historical Preservation
Bridging past and present, preserving voices from 1868–1964’s capital punishment era.
Creative Expression
Contemporary compositions reimagine historic words with compelling modern music.
Artistic Illustration
Period-inspired artwork accompanies each piece, enriching the listening experience.
