John Deering releases brand new single

Hailing from Minneapolis, John Deering is a songwriter whose musical output has been formed by decades of slow-burning devotion. His music recently arrived with the weight of life experience and a thoughtfulness that comes from years of creative reflection. For over thirty years, he wrote in the background, penning melodies and lyrics while juggling career, marriage and fatherhood.

Now, that long-dormant musical voice has finally found its way into the light and in 2020, that spark reignited as a genuine return to form. Songs that had waited patiently were finally brought to life, capturing the sound of someone who’s seen a few seasons and still has something meaningful to say. His official debut landed in March with “Strip Mall Jesus,” a gritty, garage rock-tinged anthem recorded almost entirely in his home basement studio, affectionately dubbed “The Shudio” by his daughters, introducing listeners to John’s compelling musical offering.

He followed his debut with “Groove, Groove, Groove,” a brighter and more soulful cut that added a fresh pulse to his growing catalogue. Still recorded in “The Shudio,” it showcased the artist’s versatility and ability to explore different styles while still maintaining the charm of his own unique musical identity.

Now, with his third single titled “Gotta Get Away,” John Deering delivers his most emotionally charged track yet. Inspired by the real-world tragedy of the Ukraine War, the song captures a father’s quiet yet profound moments with his daughter as chaos unfolds beyond their doorstep. It’s not protest music, but something more intimate, a human-scale story wrapped in personal stakes.

Setting a gentle indie rock scene with the soft plucks of clean guitar, hushed rhythmic anchor of a shaker and moving vocalisations, the rustle of drums and bright piano backing underpin John’s emotive vocal leads. Rolling over the steady rhythm and shifting arrangement, he threads storytelling lyricism that recounts the tale of a father spending cherished moments with his daughter before her evacuation and his deployment to the frontline.

Jumping into a punchy rock groove, his impassioned voice shines as the track glides through a highly original soundscape packed full of twists and turns. With guidance from Ryan Smith of Soul Asylum and the slick percussion work of Peter Anderson from Run Westy Run, delivers an experience that aches and uplifts in equal measure. It’s another epic outing from a talented singer-songwriter who once again showcases a new side to his creative vision and we can’t wait to see what he’s got in store next.

Listen to Gotta Get Away below

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