Chris Saunders drops new single

Born and raised in Manhattan, with British and Jamaican roots, Chris Saunders is a pop artist who’s been delighting fans around the world for many years with his instantly catchy sound. Growing up surrounded by music, he was first influenced by artists such as Jimmy Cliff, The Beatles, The Temptations, Marvin Gaye and Sting & The Police and in 2005 he started to craft his own original sound.

A truly versatile sonic talent, his musical journey has seen him flow between a range of different genres as both a solo artist and collaborating with other creatives, writing and performing songs in rock, reggae, soul and funk styles. Founding his band Eleventh Ward in 2010, Chris and the outfit became a staple of the New York City live music scene playing covers and their original compositions before releasing their eponymous EP in 2014.

Establishing himself as an artist under his own name, 2018 saw Chris Saunders release his debut full-length record with the album titled Liquid Therapy which he’s followed up with five well-received singles. Bringing us his latest work, he shares his new single “Countdown”, laying down the perfect taste of his rhythmic and soulful dancehall pop sound.

Written with his producer on a quick trip to Los Angeles, as soon as Chris arrived at the studio – located in Bill Withers’ old house – and was shown the beat, the pair created the full track in a five hour recording session. Capturing the tale of relocating to a new place from the perspective of New Yorkers moving out to the West Coast, with “Countdown” Chris Saunders spins a hook-driven track that’s impossible not to love.

Linking up with Tihane to provide backing vocals, along with producer Segnon, the trio deliver a charming modern pop outing that serves to showcase their talents as songwriters and performers with a song that’s both elegant and grooving.

Listen to Countdown below