The multi talented Ned Stranger has released his debut single Forever Lost. Drawing on acoustic melodies and electronic beats, it’s an amazing melding of genres and styles that engages and enlivens throughout. His voice sounds strong and bouyant, fully finessed, even as the musical shapes shift beneath him. It’s a simple contemplative tale about the end of the world and some kind of desolation, which has never felt more apt, and feels right in step with the way we live now. But it’s also lively and optimistic, constanty evolving through the music. One part of the incredible August and After, Ned’s solo stuff sees more varied influences and styles work together to create something enigmatic and exciting, as complex synthscapes and peaceful tension combine to create a song that captures you at different points in various ways
Ned doesn’t want to rest, so is also showing an online gig for subscribers to his newsletter, and running a short story competition. Head to his website to find out more.
He also has this to add: ‘I am there for each and every one of you in whatever way you need. Whether it’s a free music lesson or some content writing or practical advice on managing your time or finances or just someone to sit and listen, please reach out for a chat.’ What a guy.