By: Jamie Steinberg
Q) How would you describe your sound?
A) I’d say it’s authentic and nostalgic, but still new. It’s deeply inspired by the music of the 1950s and 1960s. I try to capture that timeless charm and emotional honesty in every song – it’s my way of paying tribute to the artists who paved the way.
Q) Who are some of your musical influences?
A) Definitely Elvis Presley and Roy Orbison. The Everly Brothers, Billy Fury, Sam Cooke, and Jackie Wilson – they all had this raw, heartfelt energy in their music that really speaks to me.
Q) Talk about the story behind your new song “Daydreaming.”
A) “Daydreaming” is about those moments when your mind drifts to someone special – maybe someone you’ve loved or someone you’ve lost. The lyric “when I miss you, close my eyes and I drift away” really says it all. A person might not be here, but they live on in memories.
Q) “Daydreaming” is such a beautiful follow up to your song “Boy in Love.” Were you intentionally going for more of a romantic vibe with the new music you’ve been making lately?
A) Romance has definitely been a strong theme in my recent songs. My team and I always laugh at how we only seem to write about love. But with “Daydreaming,” I wanted to show more of my range, explore the different complexities of love and I hoped to create something that felt worthy of Roy Orbison.
Q) What do you think it is about the song that fans connect to?
A) I think it’s that universal feeling of longing. Everyone has missed someone. Everyone has had those moments of thinking about someone they care about. For some, the song taps into sadness. For others, it connects to love. That’s what makes it special.
Q) How does the video for the track play into the message behind it?
A) The visualizer is meant to feel nostalgic and dreamlike, just like the song. It shows me quite candidly lost in thought, matching the feeling of drifting into memories.
Q) What is your song writing process? Do you need music before you can create lyrics?
A) It depends. Sometimes a melody comes first, other times it starts with a lyric or just a feeling. With this track, it was something I thought about for a while and it all came together when we started adding the live instruments.
Q) How much of a hand do you have in the production of your music?
A) I’m very involved in the production process. It’s honestly one of my favorite parts of making music. I can be pretty particular about the sound, but I work closely with my brilliant producers, SOAP. We trust each other and always aim to create something that feels real and meaningful.
Q) With two heartfelt tracks out now is this a prelude to a full album or EP?
A) Yes! “Daydreaming” is part of a bigger project. We recorded a few songs around the same time and we’re putting them together for an EP, which will be out soon.
Q) Where are some of your favorite places to perform and what makes those locations so significant to you?
A) Performing in Bury, where I grew up, will always be special. It’s where everything started for me. I’ve also had some amazing shows in Southeast Asia. The audiences there have been so welcoming and supportive and they really connect with the old school feel of the music.
Q) Which song(s) do you still love performing live at shows?
A) “I Think They Call This Love” remains a favorite. It’s energy and connection with the audience make every performance memorable. Seeing people react to it and sing it back is the best feeling.
Q) Who would you most like to collaborate with on a song in the future?
A) Tom Jones and Dolly Parton would be a dream, living legends whose careers I aspire to live up to.
Q) What artist/musician are you currently listening to and why do you dig them?
A) I’ve just come back from America and I got really into the country spirit while I was out there. I’ve been listening to a lot of Hank Williams and classic country – there’s something really honest and raw about that kind of music.
Q) What would you like to say to everyone who is a fan and supporter of you and your work?
A) Just a huge thank you. Your support means the world to me. Every stream, every message, every kind word — it all matters. I feel incredibly lucky to be able to make music and share it with people who care. I’m truly grateful.