Brand new single from Garfield Mayor

Garfield Mayor is a singer-songwriter whose music has spread around the world from his base in Coventry, UK. Over the years, he’s performed in cities like London, Nashville, New York, Paris and Charleston, leaving lasting impressions with his delicate yet catchy sound. His music strikes a balance between the familiar and the original, blending influences from a diverse range of styles to create a unique, accessible sound that’s struck a chord with countless fans.

Taking cues from artists like Paul Simon, Fleetwood Mac, The Eagles, David Gray and Kasabian, Garfield’s musical output distils an enduring appeal cut with a pop-focused aesthetic. His decorated career has also been marked by the recognition he has received for his work, from nominations for the UK Emerging Talent Awards’ Best Solo Artist and the People’s Choice Award to accolades like the Ultimate Ears Artist to Watch and a Hollywood Music in Media Best Video Award, his talent has gained widespread acclaim.

Despite his achievements, Mayor’s journey has not been without challenges; a split with Sony Music cast a shadow over his career, pushing him to retreat from the public eye. Reflecting on that difficult time, he’s recently begun to open up about its impact and in his own words, he shared how the experience felt like an echo of Jimi Hendrix’s struggles, describing how Sony’s attempts to bury his first album felt like they were quashing him as an artist.

Now, this year sees Garfield Mayor continue to build on the success of his recent hit “Light the Dark” with the release of his latest single titled “Any Tips? (Jimmy James).” The track captures everything that’s made his music so well-received to date — gracious vocals, breezy rhythms and intricate arrangement, resulting in sophisticated singer-songwriter pop that’s impossible not to love.

Brought to life with the help of Mike Spencer, whose credits include Ellie Goulding, Emeli Sandé and Ed Sheeran as well as Simon Heyworth, who’s worked with the likes of George Harrison, Nick Cave and Imogen Heap, the single showcases a refined, assured approach to music-making that’s timeless and forward-thinking in equal measure.

Flowing from the elegant intro of soft vocals and buoyant acoustic guitar, the song builds with the shuffle of laid back drums and warm instrumentation led by Garfield’s alluring voice as he casts storytelling lyricism. With infectious melodic writing, gentle groove and a sound that deftly bends between upbeat moments and emotive bluesy vibes, “Any Tips? (Jimmy James)” sees Garfield Mayor deliver a charming new jam that kicks off his 2025 in spectacular fashion.

Listen to Any Tips? (Jimmy James) below

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