New music from Miles East

New York City-based singer-songwriter Miles East is a truly a formidable talent, dazzling audiences with his timeless sound and enduring songwriting panache. Miles East’s first cut his teeth as a prominent session and touring drummer, making a name for himself in the city as an in-demand musician as he set up the foundation for his transition into a singer-songwriter in his own right.

Making an entrance as a solo artist in 2016 with the debut album Ghosts of Hope, he unveiled his compelling sound with blended elements of delicate rock, pop and folk, all carried by the entrancing power of his vocal delivery and assured musicianship. Recently, he’s returned to the studio with the multi-talented Blake Morgan and the accomplished music director, arranger and producer Justin Goldner to work on his highly anticipated sophomore record, titled Between Lightning and Thunder.

This upcoming album promises to take listeners on an emotive journey through the tumultuous waters of a relationship in turmoil. Having previously collaborated with Blake on his debut record, Miles recognised the opportunity to infuse a new dimension into his sound with the addition of Justin Goldner.

Now bringing us the first taste of his forthcoming LP, Miles East shares the lead single titled “Better Than Here,” released via ECR Music Group. With his new single, Miles East shares a laid back sound full of elegant vocal leads, picture painting lyricism and dreamy instrumentation all driven by the mellow tap of drums.

Sliding straight in with the soft patter of percussion as delicate guitar tones flutter in a balletic dance, Miles East’s smooth vocals enter to thread blissful melodies as the snap of the drums gently rises the song’s airy energy. It’s a truly stunning song of utterly timeless quality and alluring sound, capped by Miles’ slick lead guitar flourishes that add to the song’s smokey atmosphere.

With the release of “Better Than Here,” Miles East invites us to savour a taste of what his second album holds in store. Miles East is an artist who continues to offer an extraordinary sonic output and we can’t wait to hear the rest of what he’s been working on with Between Lightning and Thunder.

Commenting on the single, Miles shares, “It’s an ode to the boldness of buoyancy and hope, and to the promises we make to those we love when weathering dark forces.”

Listen to Better Than Here below