Binoy releases debut album

Born in Kenya and now based in Los Angeles, singer-songwriter Binoy is an exciting name in the world of pop music. From an early age, his passion for music led him to learn the piano and alto saxophone, which served as his first outlets for creative expression.

Taking inspiration form artists such as Taylor Swift, Fleetwood Mac, ABBA and Mika, Binoy has developed a sound that reflects his diverse background and global upbringing. His work is not just about melody but also about connection, offering a sense of belonging to those who might feel lost or alone. As a queer person of colour, Binoy uses his music as a platform for personal storytelling, threading his own lived experiences into poignant lyricism and cinematic soundscapes.

First sharing his sound in 2019 with his debut single “Hunger,” he’s since released multiple singles and two EPs over the years. His music is a reflection of his life experiences, merging his Indian heritage and East African upbringing with his love for grand, expansive pop soundscapes. Now Binoy brings us his most ambitious release to date with his highly anticipated debut album, The Great Alone.

The album, a two-year labor of love, was crafted alongside producers Arthur Besna, known for his work with Nessa Barrett and bludnymyph, as well as Tripped N Sat. Together, they shaped a body of work where every instrument is played by the trio, and all lyrics were written by Binoy. Created with structure in mind, the songs were written in the order they appear on the tracklist, allowing the overarching story to unfold naturally from one track to the next.

At the core of The Great Alone is a meditation on solitude, as Binoy reflects on loneliness in its many forms from the longing for connection to the introspection that comes with isolation. “Loneliness became the central theme,” Binoy explains. “I realised that my constant pursuit of the unavailable was a reflection of my own emotional unavailability.” This realisation became the driving force behind the album, with the title itself symbolising a metaphorical canyon explored by a solitary wanderer, a landscape that mirrors the emotional terrain of the artist’s inner world.

Each track on The Great Alone reveals a different facet of loneliness, from the envy of others’ connections to the peace found in embracing solitude. From the indie rock aesthetic, bouncy rhythms and catchy vocal hooks of opening track “Heartstopper” to the anthemic alternative pop sound of “Dare” to the dance-focused jam of title track “The Great Alone,” the album delivers a thrilling listening experience brimming with infectious writing, slick groove and stellar vocal performance.

Listen to The Great Alone below