New single from Stuart Lawrence

Originally hailing from Oxfordshire and currently based on the scenic south coast of England, Stuart Lawrence is an artist who started out on his musical journey later in life. His connection with music as a means of escape, with its cathartic qualities, has been a constant throughout his life.

Remarkably, Stuart is entirely self-taught, showcasing the depth of his passion and determination to bring to life his sonic vision exactly as he sees it. At an age where many might consider their creative paths already paved, Stuart discovered he has ADHD. This newfound knowledge has been groundbreaking, helping him overcome decades of self-doubt and anxiety.

The revelation also sheds light on the reasons behind his initial discomfort around new people, a characteristic attributed to his ADHD. However, this condition also a source of motivation and healing, providing a unique perspective on the creative process.

Last year in September, at age 59, he made his solo artistic entrance with his debut record One, which he followed up with his first standalone single “Halloween” the next month. Now he brings us his latest release with his second single titled “Paradise.” The song was recorded during the sessions from his first album and is lifted from his upcoming sophomore LP, A collection of Short Stories Volume 2.

Brought in by atmospheric guitar leads floating over airy chords, the sound filters out to bring into the full sound of splashy drums carrying a laid back rhythm, pulsing bass lines, guitar rhythms and leads and Stuart’s smooth vocal leads threading memorable melodic leads above. Rising to an anthemic sound in the chorus, he crafts a catchy sound of indie rock with vocals that perfectly balance elegance and compelling delivery.

Full of vocal hooks, grooving rhythm and slick musicianship, “Paradise” is a superb new showcase of Stuart Lawrence’s songwriting talent and his performance flair. Building excitement for his upcoming second record, the track once again confirms it’s never too late to follow your creative dreams.

Commenting on his musical journey, he shares, “I kept saying ‘I will one day,’ but that day never seemed to arrive. And then one day I said, ‘if not now then when?’ So here I am, better late than never. And unlike so many artists that put so much of their own emotion behind their lyrics, I am a storyteller, the lyrics are all imagined through empathy of hypothetical emotional scenarios. Pure fiction.”

Listen to Paradise below

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