Indie Rock from Maxwell Varey

Hailing from Wigan, Maxwell Varey is a 20-year-old indie rock sensation whose music journey began at a young age. Surrounded by a family with incredible music tastes, he was exposed to the likes of The Killers, Kings of Leon and The Libertines, which laid the foundation for his love of indie rock and alternative pop music. At just six years old, he picked up a guitar and quickly progressed to writing and producing his own songs by the age of ten. Influenced by a diverse range of artists, including Tame Impala, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Kanye West and Nirvana, Maxwell’s stadium-worthy indie rock anthems reveal his songwriting talent and performance panache.

As a natural storyteller, Maxwell Varey often takes on the role of narrator with his songs, drawing from real-life experiences and a generational perspective, coming from a strong working-class background in the north of the UK. Through his music, he fearlessly covers themes of mental health and drug abuse, shedding light on topics that many tend to shy away from. His debut single, “Falling Down,” gave audiences a taste of his upcoming debut EP, setting the stage for what ‘s sure to be a breakthrough year for the young artist.

Now, with his sophomore single, “Sorry,” Maxwell Varey continues to win over audiences with his bright and upbeat indie rock sound. From the opening bars, the song grabs your attention with its bouncy beat, setting the stage for Maxwell’s commanding vocals that effortlessly soar above the arrangement. The song’s infectious pop writing runs through its core, with alluring melodic lines carrying poignant lyricism. Each note drips with energy and enthusiasm, creating an instantly memorable indie rock anthem that’s sure to have you hooked from start to finish.

“Sorry” is a vibrant tapestry of guitar tones and lush backing vocals that further elevate the song’s dynamic and powerful sound. Maxwell’s vocals shine, delivering the heartfelt lyrics with conviction and emotion, drawing listeners into his thrilling sonic world. The song’s catchy and addictive quality is impossible to resist, leaving you wanting more and confirming Maxwell Varey as a rising star in the indie scene on the UK and beyond.

His ability to mix the personal with the universal adds depth and relatability to his music. Addressing themes of mental health and growing up in satellite towns of the UK, Maxwell Varey’s lyrics strike a chord with audiences, offering a profound reflection on the challenges many face in today’s world. The response for “Sorry” has already been overwhelmingly positive, with NME, Clash and Jack Saunders at Radio 1 all recognising the song’s brilliance. Maxwell Varey’s rise to prominence is undoubtedly well-deserved, as he continues to impress with his talent, passion and original sound.

Commenting on the single, he shares, “Sorry is a song that on the surface level is written to seem like it’s about relatable and common romantic relationship issues. But, playfully, this is just a facade. I wanted to highlight how all relationships whether it’s family, friends or in a romantic context have very similar patterns. The song is about meaningless apologies but also how repeatedly forgiving someone to avoid conflict can be just as bad.”

Listen to Sorry below