Hailing from Andover in the UK, Marc Burford is a talented songwriter and producer who blends elements of folk and indie rock. His musical endeavours have earned him widespread recognition and seen him link up with notable artists like The Knocks and Parson James, while his compositions have found a home on popular TV shows such as Brooklyn 99, as well as in renowned fashion shops and prestigious art galleries.
An impressive milestone in Marc’s career came when The Libertines’ Pete Doherty and Carl Barat offered him the main support slot on their 20th Anniversary tour in Europe. With 10 million streams to his name and accolades from BBC Radio hosts, Marc Burford’s impact on the music scene of the UK and beyond is impressive.
He’s also ventured into audiobooks with The House of Slamming Doors earning acclaim from none other than the legendary Stephen Fry. From his studio, Sunrise Sound, located in Hampshire, Marc continues to showcase his exceptional talent, recently unveiling his original sonic vision with the debut single, a cover of Tina Turner’s “Simply the Best,” followed by a rendition of “People” as his sophomore release.
Now he brings us his latest release with his third single titled “Sweetest Summer,” a dazzling pop-focused indie folk outing full of bright acoustic instrumentation and heartwarming vocal leads. Having recently recovered from a hearing issue, due to which he was told he’d never play music again, the new song marks the artist’s first original release since his diagnosis three years ago.
Opened by airy synth stretches, the strums of acoustic guitar enter to inject subtle energy and the harmonic backing for Marc’s compelling voice to hover above. Stitching alluring melodic leads carrying moving lyricism, he crafts a truly moving sound. With soft string touches and laid back drums joining half way through, capped by gentle synth tones and the jangly timbre of guitar chords, “Sweetest Summer” marks an emotive milestone for an artist on his journey of recovery.
With a stunning display of his songwriting talent, arrangement skill and vocal panache, “Sweetest Summer” is a truly beautiful song that builds excitement for Marc Burford’s upcoming debut record. Paired with the single is a music video filmed by Daniel Pitts that cuts shots of Marc performing the song in a church with scenes of a female actress on a road trip and visuals of natural coastal settings.
Watch the music video for Sweetest Summer below
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