Izzie Derry releases debut album

UK-based singer-songwriter Izzie Derry has been winning over audiences with her uplifting sound and poignant songwriting over the last few years. She’s performed at various venues such as Coventry Cathedral, Resorts World Arena and Alex James’ house, supported acts like Fairport Convention, Olly Murs and John Grant, and her music has received extensive radio support.

First making her entrance in 2019 with her debut EP Lost At Sea, she’s since released a string of well-received singles as well as her sophomore EP Take It From Me in 2020. Now she brings us her latest release with her brand new debut album titled Til We Reach The Sun.

Featuring 10 tracks, the album opens with “Try” as Izzie’s delicate voice hovers over bright instrumental flourishes, joined by the warm strums of guitar as she spins alluring melodies. As the splash of drums enters, the song takes on a new form of subtly rousing soft rock driven by the rhythmic punch of guitar chords, cut with the sweet piano-driven moments. It’s a superb example of Izzie’s highly original songwriting and arrangement skills with a song that ebbs and flows between different moods, rhythms and energy with ease.

“Wasted Love” kicks off with the bounce of a piano chord with Izzie’s compelling voice before the full arrangement crashes in to form a grooving indie pop sound. Playful organ tones, punchy drums and slick guitar shimmers all collide to form the backdrop for Izzie’s soaring vocals to flutter above.

Other highlights on the record include songs like “Young and Free,” with its graceful piano backing as Izzie weaves elegant vocal leads into an intimate fabric of laid back, emotive pop music. It’s a dazzling ballad style song that showcases the tender side of her heartfelt songwriting panache. “I Don’t Know Why” strips things back to craft a smokey blend of soft acoustic guitar as Izzie spins impassioned vocals above, dancing beautifully as the full band sound of drums, piano and bass all wrap around her voice.

The album closes with “Thank You,” a song that starts with a blissful blend of smooth guitar tones and piano chords as Izzie’s balletic vocals glide in to thread moving lyricism via stunning melodies. The song shakes with a grooving bluesy twang as the drums bring in a sensational indie rock sound to craft a sublime finale to this incredible debut record.

To celebrate the release of the record, Izzie Derry is hosting a special launch show at The Brighton Unitarian Church tonight. This venue, known for its historic charm and exceptional acoustics, will provide an intimate setting for fans to experience the magic of her music live. Additionally, the presence of renowned illustrator Chris Riddell, live-drawing the songs as they were performed, is set to add a unique visual dimension to the performance, while supporting artist Jacko Hooper will also perform.

Listen to Til We Reach The Sun below