Rising from Brisbane’s underground music scene, multi-talented singer-songwriter John Keenan is pleased to announce the release of his debut single – ‘If You Saw Me’.
The release of ‘If You Saw Me’ comes after months of Keenan refining his musicianship and creativity at Hunting Ground studios where he has dedicated endless hours writing and recording his upcoming EP at Hunting Ground Studios, and the result is exactly what you’d expect and more from a debut single.
From the very first note, he catches you with his smooth vocals and poetic lyricism, which together form a rich and powerful blend that echoes the likes of Paolo Nutini and Leon Bridges. To complement the tune even further is the tight backing, catchy harmonic hooks and gentle instrumental phrasing that match guitar icons like John Mayer.
It’s a flowing combination of soul, blues and pop that creates a signature sound Keenan has come to be known for, all with a specific lyricism that resonates with pretty much everyone – what would my ex and I feel if we saw each other?
With a topic that is often approached with a sense of pensive sadness, somehow Keenan turns such a theme into one that is charged with different emotions. Instead of wanting to think back to your first love in gloom, you instead find the desire to tap your feet and live in the present moment.
‘If You Saw Me’ is a powerful yet gentle tune that encapsulates Keenan’s gift as a musician and vocalist well, all while telling a story that’s heartfelt, relatable and heavy in sentiment.
‘If You Saw Me’ can be found on all downloading platforms, including Spotify and Triple J Unearthed. To check out more of John Keenan’s catchy tunes and tasty jam sessions, visit johnkeenan.com.
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Didirri kickstarts 2019 with ‘live at the corner’ EP
Since releasing his debut EP ‘Measurements’ in 2018, Didirri has come a long way. From dropping his debut EP ‘Measurements’ to touring the world, the home-grown artist has since risen as one of Australia’s most recognised talents.
Now Didirri is back with his first release of 2019. Capturing his unique storytelling and mesmerising talent, ‘Live at the Corner Hotel’ is an intimate performance that features tracks from his debut EP, all recorded in his hometown of Melbourne in November, last year.
The EP features a fruitful dose of soft and soulful tracks, and includes a track which recounts an inspiring conversation Didirri had with his brother:
“I talked to my brother, who is an autistic man… and [he] said the most beautiful thing I think I’ve ever heard. He said: “Find the thing that makes you happy and don’t get in the way of other people finding the thing that makes them happy” and I thought… shit.”
Since the release of his 6-track EP ‘Measurements’, the Melbourne artist has soared into the musical stratosphere, boasting over 20 million streams, earning a series of radio features around the world, and taking stages at SXSW, The Great Escape Festival, Primavera, Splendour In The Grass, Hodgepodge, Superfest, as well as a 10-date Australian tour with already two sold out shows at the Corner Hotel.
Didirri’s ‘Live at the Corner Hotel’ EP is out now, and is available digitally on all platforms.
Didirri will be performing his first ever headline shows in New Zealand in April, followed by two special performances with Irish artist Hozier at the Palais Theatre in Melbourne.
Australia
February 8 – Party In The Paddock – Launceston, Tasmania
March 29-31 – The Hills Are Alive Festival – Loch, Victoria
New Zealand
April 5 – The Tuning Fork – Auckland
April 6 – Caroline – Wellington
Australia (Supporting Hozier)
April 25 – Palais Theatre – Melbourne
April 26 – Palais Theatre – Melbourne
For more information, visit https://www.didirri.com