Brand new single from Tom Minor

From London’s indie scene, Tom Minor has operating as one of the city’s most distinctive new voices, a songwriter whose sound stretches far beyond the UK capital, pulling threads from his Finnish-Swedish heritage and years spent living across continents. He’s dubbed his sonic output “existential indie,” a blend of wry observation, vintage pop rock aesthetic and emotional songwriting, resulting in a highly unique sound that’s won over fans around the world.

His path to this point hasn’t been the straight line of overnight success stories; before his solo artist endeavour, he spent years writing songs for others while developing his own voice that could hold all his contradictions, humour and sincerity, cynicism and compassion. That balance came into full focus when he made his solo debut in 2023 with “Saturday Eats Its Young,” a punk-tinged collaboration with The Creatures of Habit, offering a cutting reflection on modern malaise delivered with equal parts fury and flair.

Last year’s debut album Eleven Easy Pieces on Anger & Disappointment confirmed his standing as a songwriter able to translate existential angst into something poetic and accessible. The record’s mix of biting satire and heartfelt moments drew comparisons to the likes of Jarvis Cocker, Elvis Costello and even The Kinks, artists who, like Tom, see irony as a mirror.

Now, Tom Minor returns with his brand new single titled “Change It!,” the latest showcase of his forthcoming sophomore album Ten New Toe-Tappers for Shoplifting & Self-Mutilation. Blending vintage soul textures with the grit of indie rock, “Change It!” serves up an anthem for the overlooked, the underachieving and the quietly defiant. It’s a perfect soundtrack for anyone who suspects their best self is still out there somewhere, waiting to be reclaimed.

Produced by Teaboy Palmer and featuring Johnny Dalston on guitar, the track bursts with live-wire energy of warm organ flourishes, sharp riffs and Tom’s mellow vocal swagger. With lightly gritty guitars and steady percussive energy, the track tumbles into place as Tom’s expressive voice spins bouncy melodic hooks above the march of instrumentation, crafting a retro, rock-driven power pop outing packed full of memorable writing and invigorating energy.

With “Change It!,” Tom Minor continues to prove himself as a writer who can tackle big ideas without losing the groove. His songs may grapple with the absurdities of existence, but they never forget to make you feel alive and extend a welcome invitation for connection through sound. With his highly anticipated second album Ten New Toe-Tappers for Shoplifting & Self-Mutilation set to land soon, we can’t wait to see what Tom Minor has in store for 2026.

Listen to Change It! below

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