Independent music · for mental health
We make the songs we couldn't not make.
Music about belonging and the quiet strength we don't see. Half of every donation goes to Mind UK and UNAFAM.
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SWSD in 60 seconds
Music, lived experience, creativity and a commitment to mental health. The whole project in one minute.
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Why we do this
"If just one person feels less alone, then we've succeeded."
SWSD is a family project. Shaun Williams writes the words, his cousin S.D. builds the sound, and Richie Atkinson adds guitar. It isn't run for profit.
Shaun Williams · S.D. · Richie Atkinson
The pledge
Half of everything, always.
50% of net donations go to two mental health charities. Every euro is published on our transparency page.
€232.27
of €500 goal · 46.5%
Already passed on to Mind UK and UNAFAM · reported to September 2026
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Latest EP
Reason or Fight
The heavier hour, and the road through it.
Debut EP
Sunset Gold
Five songs about belonging.
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