10

lo-fi pop/folk fusion

Lo-fi pop with clear evidence of the heart and soul of its creator, Francis Neve, makes this a perfectly pitched debut single. 'Brian's Drying Up' is atmospheric and by turns melancholic and Neve's emotive vocals are blended beautifully with the percussion-heavy musical backdrop that is this song's setting. There's a sense of real serenity in this music but at the same time has a haunting vulnerability that draws you in and keeps you close.

Having already been on the receiving end of praise from industry stalwarts such as Clash, music Week and the BBC we can be confident that he will continue to grow and flourish as a musician, songwriter and vocalist.

Simply put its subtle, beautiful and original and has been pitched perfectly to draw in a varied audience. An excellent debut.