JACK NORMAN

1/3 : 𝘽𝙖𝙘𝙠 𝙩𝙤 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝘽𝙚𝙜𝙞𝙣𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙜 Nearly nine years ago, my iconic papa embarked on an exciting new musical venture… to start doing solo gigs, taking charge of lead vocals, as well as countless other instruments of course, being the prodigal jammy git that he is! He asked me if I would be up for jumping on stage with my bass for a couple of numbers as a “surprise guest”… and oh boy, was I up for the chance to share a stage with ma Daddio! What started as a one-off soon became a constant, and it wasn’t long until his backing band became #TheSleevz (a name born from a stupid joke in the dressing room of Holborn Pizza Express). Almost a decade later, we've played many shows and shared countless precious moments together… beautiful ones, inspiring ones, ridiculous ones, stressful ones… the whole lot. I've had the privilege of playing with pros, learning so much firsthand from incredible musicians… especially during those chaotic “edge-of-your-seat” moments which are the bread and butter of Steve Norman shows. Did I mention he is also an unofficial stand-up comedian? Never a dull moment at these gigs! Tonight, Steve Norman & the Sleevz return to Pizza Express Live in Holborn for two shows, and I wanted to let you all know that sadly, I will not be there. After much reflection, and bursting full of love and gratitude, I realised that this musical chapter had played its last resonant note for me. I am entering a new era of my life… wanting to make space for new things, discover new artistic lands, and continue growing as an Artist and Human… and so I felt it True in my Heart that it was time to go my own way. I will be posting a couple more homages to my incredible time with the band, and I wish to offer my deepest love, gratitude and honouring to the sublime @joe_bongo_becket ,@cud68 , @stereoblonde , @cobdbecket , to all of the incredible artists who shared a stage with us over the years, to all of you beautiful people who have given us so much love… …and last but not least, to my Beautiful Papa @stevenormanofficial I will forever cherish our memories together… what an honour eh! As Father… and Son. I love you Paps - break a leg tonight. ♥️♾️♥️

1/3 : 𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙄𝙣𝙞𝙩𝙞𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 Sometimes, if we haven’t been living truly aligned with our purpose, Life steps in, in the most unexpected of ways… providing us with a catalyst to send our nervous system into overdrive. Just like with the Spring’s ice-cold water hitting me in the face, we are forced into pure presence... and whether we like it or not, Life offers us a much-needed Cosmic Course Correction - so that we may finally tap into our Greatness :) Shots by the sublime @islamarten.studio

2/3 : 𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝘿𝙖𝙧𝙠 𝘿𝙚𝙨𝙘𝙚𝙣𝙩 After the awakening, but before the return to self… comes the grittiest part of all. Will you look into the mirror… and face the old wounds, self-betraying beliefs, stories, and fears that no longer align with who you’re becoming? Or will you bury your face in your hands… retreating into the familiar comforts and patterns of who you used to be? Snaps by the incredibly talented @islamarten.studio

3/3 : 𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙍𝙚𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙣 Just over a year ago now, I had a photo session with the sublime @islamarten.studio , and I’ve been sitting on the pictures ever since… I never quite felt the moment was right to post them. The last couple of years have been the most transformative of my life… the deepest depths of my being have been dug up, bringing to light everything inauthentic about my Self, both conscious and unconscious, that no longer resonates with my Soul.  After a long ride of “unchoosing”, and the more threads I unravelled, a huge wave of identity crisis washed over me, and I felt disdain for the name I went under for over a decade: “Jaco”. I felt insecure about my real name for many years, deeming it “too normal”and “boring”, and chose to change it for stage-related things. But I finally did a full 180°, and realised this “Jaco” persona had become a huge layer in the way of my authenticity - a character representing old lifestyles, ideas, and ways of being that were no longer me. Jaco had to go… and Jack Norman is here to stay :) It has felt liberating to reclaim my name. Wanting a fresh start, I archived my previous posts and began again, returning now after a much-needed break from this app. I hope to find a healthier balance with Instagram, using it to post my projects, share thoughts, and connect in a realer way (without losing myself to brainrot!). This includes facing a huge fear of mine around “being seen”: posting videos talking directly to camera as myself — NOT hiding behind a character or one of the skits I’ve created… no special effects, no thrills (check out @handsome.devil.studios for that!) - just me. These waterfall images feel symbolic - the shockingly cold, kinetic force of the Spring’s water, washing away impurities and masks… I don’t expect anyone to read this… it’s mainly a timestamp for myself, and a commitment to realness and truth, to putting myself out there more and more, chiselling away at that fear of truly “being seen”. But if you did make it this far… thank you for your attention. It truly means a lot. Let us all strive to live a life of pure authenticity… there is nothing quite like it :) Big Love, Jack

𝙃𝘼𝙋𝙋𝙔 𝙈𝘼𝙇𝙇𝙊𝙒𝙀𝙀𝙉 🎃 On this defrightful All Hallows Eve, I celebrate last night's release of my 'Land of Limbo' Pilot Episode - a project in which I have poured my whole Heart and Soul over the last couple of years - with this fangtastic photo of Count Jacula and my beautiful Mama, who ultimately is responsible for birthing such Wonkiness! It would mean the world to me if you checked out the L.o.L Episode on my @handsome.devil.studios YouTube channel - click the link in my bio and you shall get teleported there directly :) Seeing as it is a Dark Mockumentary, I can guarantee you it will be a faboolous  addition to all your spooktacular  Halloween soirées! Big Love & Witching You All a HAPPY HALLOWEEN 🎃 J :) #HandsomeDevilStudios  #LandOfLimbo #LoL #CountJacula #MamasBoy #Mwahaha

𝙏𝙃𝙀 𝘼𝙍𝙏 𝙊𝙁 𝙋𝙇𝘼𝙔 Fret not - we have managed to regain control over our Portal Network after last night’s shenanigans!  Spirit Resources have intervened with Cindy and she has now been given an official Soul Strike. Moving away from said darkness to a more uplifting frequency - tonight we have a very special offering for you all… A collaboration with some beautifully bonkers entities, aka @euphoriabylaranorman and @arabiantents , who created and hosted ‘PLAY’, a magical day event bringing many talented creatives together…  We were given free license here at HDS to pop open a Promo Portal, and so I sent Moksha & Count Jacula over there in order to harvest—ermmm— I mean meet as many fresh Souls as possible, and to spread the word about the upcoming one and only… …’Land of Limbo’ Pilot Episode release!!  OUT TOMORROW!!! Available only on the Handsome Devil Studios YouTube channel  (/@handsome.devil.studios )  It shall be premiering at around 7PM - keep your eyes peeled on our Stories tomorrow…  …and if you haven’t already, it would be incredible if you would subscribe to the channel, so that you can get notified once the Episode goes LIVE (go on, I’ll even chuck some cheeky Soul Tokens your way for your troubles!) :) Tally Ho (& Big Love), H.D. 🔥 [Filmed by Kate Valentine] #HandsomeDevilStudios  #LandOfLimbo #LoL #CountJacula #Moksha #ComingSoon #Mwahaha #ArtOfPlay

𝘾𝙊𝙐𝙉𝙏 𝙈𝙊𝙆𝙎𝙃𝙐𝙇𝘼 The two unlikely lads are finally reunited here on the Other Side! Watch with your eyes peeled as this Dynamic Duo enlightens you with a load of secret ancient esoteric knowledge… you will never be the same after watching this video from start to finish!   H.D. TOP TIP: Gain extra Soul Points by marking this Thursday the 30th of October in your diary for the grand release of the Land of Limbo Pilot Episode, out on the HDS YouTube channel  (/@handsome.devil.studios )  TWO DAYS TO GO!! Go on… you know you want to… Big Love from the Deep South, H.D. 🔥 [Filmed by @imarten_visualcreative ] #HandsomeDevilStudios  #LandOfLimbo #LoL #CountMokshula #CountJacula  #Moksha #ComingSoon #Mwahaha

𝙅𝘼𝘾𝙐𝙇 𝘾𝘼𝙉𝘿𝙇𝙀𝙃𝘼𝙉𝘿𝙎 Just like a moth to a flame, you won’t be able to keep your mortal eyes off the Land of Limbo Pilot Episode once it is released into the wild… …next week on Thursday the 30th of October!  Available only on the HDS YouTube channel (/@handsome.devil.studios )  Subscribe now to make sure you don’t miss it! Go on... you know you want to... My warmest wishes, from the deep, deep South... H.D. 🔥 [Filmed by @imarten_visualcreative ] #HandsomeDevilStudios  #LandOfLimbo #LoL #CountJacula #ComingSoon #Mwahaha

𝘾𝙊𝙐𝙉𝙏 𝙋𝙄𝘼𝙉𝙐𝙇𝘼 Greetings all! This evening, whilst you allow yourselves to be serenaded by Count Jacula and his marvellous piano hands, listen up carefully as he regales you with valuable, extremely coveted information about the one and only…  Land of Limbo! Below are some inklings from me for those who missed last night’s post…  [if that’s you, go watch it and come back - we will wait for you… I promise!] L.o.L is a Dark Mockumentary which takes place in the mysterious space-in-between, following the journey of the Cameraman who awakens with amnesia. He’s instructed to document everything he sees, crossing paths with a bunch of otherworldly characters who - like him - must find their True Selves in order to transcend Limbo! In the Land of Limbo, anything can happen… so get ready to expect the unexpected! The Pilot Episode will be released next week on the 30th of October on my YouTube channel (/@handsome.devil.studios )  Subscribe now to make sure you don’t miss it! To help spread the word of this glorious release, I’ve chucked Count Jacula and a couple others into a Promo Portal to do my bidding across your Mortal Realm… they’ll be lurking for a little while… so keep your eyes peeled! Enjoy! Big Love, H.D. 🔥 [Filmed by @imarten_visualcreative ] #HandsomeDevilStudios  #LandOfLimbo #LoL #CountJacula #ComingSoon #Mwahaha

𝙋𝙍𝙊𝙈𝙊 𝙋𝙊𝙍𝙏𝘼𝙇 ATTENTION Ladies & Gentlemen! I am back!!  And I bring with me the hottest news of the year: the time has almost come to finally lift the Veil on the much long-awaited… Land of Limbo! Yes, that’s right! You better believe it! At long last your Sacred Eyeballs will be able to feast upon the Pilot Episode of my profoundly absurd creation!  L.o.L is a Dark Mockumentary which takes place in the mysterious space-in-between, following the journey of the Cameraman who awakens with amnesia. He’s instructed to document everything he sees, crossing paths with a bunch of otherworldly characters who - like him - must find their True Selves in order to transcend Limbo! In the Land of Limbo, anything can happen… so get ready to expect the unexpected... The Pilot Episode will be released next week on the 30th of October on my YouTube channel (/@handsome.devil.studios )  Subscribe now to make sure you don’t miss it! To help spread the word of this glorious release, I’ve chucked Count Jacula and a couple others into a Promo Portal to do my bidding across your Mortal Realm… they’ll be lurking for a little while… so keep your eyes peeled! Enjoy! Big Love, H.D. 🔥 [Filmed by @imarten_visualcreative ] #HandsomeDevilStudios  #LandOfLimbo #LoL #CountJacula #ComingSoon #Mwahaha

5/9 : 𝙇𝙤𝙇: 𝙏𝙃𝙀 𝙏𝙍𝘼𝙄𝙇𝙀𝙍. #HandsomeDevilStudios  #LandOfLimbo #LoL

If You Wish to Remember... Take your Eye of Truth & Hop into the Portal! A little pre-Xmas reminder that the trailer for my show 'Land of Limbo' is out, and you can watch it right now exclusively on @handsome.devil.studios !! [Or you could just flick back to my last upload on this account to watch it 😎] #HandsomeDevilStudios #LandOfLimbo #LoL #EyeOfTruth #Mockumentary #Mwahaha