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.