Having won over a raft of admirers with his thoughtful initial singles ‘Sun & Sky’ and ‘You Need Me’, Col Gerrard continues to establish his heart on sleeve approach to songwriting and performing with the release of his third single ‘Come On Over’, another glowing showcase of the vast potential and moving allure of an artist who spent his youth bouncing between Vancouver and London, instilling an adaptability and guile that is etched into his work.
“Whatever it is you want in life, you have to go and get it for yourself” is the mantra that Col Gerrard lives by, and this forthright and emotionally vulnerable track feels like the embodiment of that ethos, putting himself out there in stirring fashion alongside an engrossing soundscape of guitar and piano that doubles down on this earnest charm.
The journeys and lessons that the artist has learned amidst a storied, globetrotting life are imbued within his work, and give it a distinctive, charismatic glow that feels intrinsically his own.
His move to Los Angeles at the age of 20 marked the start of a lifetime of travel, with each new place shaping his creativity through the people he met and the experiences he had. The singer songwriter who is currently based in the UK uses the collective knowledge he has garnered from his travels and experiences to make his music something truly special.
The authenticity of his work provides it with a wisdom and relatability that stands out as feeling raw and real, with his mahogany-rich vocals and classic songwriting making for something that feels timeless and powerful. ‘Come On Over’, produced by Grammy Nominated / Brit Award Winning Producer, Chris Potter is a track that embodies everything about this unique appeal.
“To have my music touch people in similar ways, for the emotions that I am conveying in my songs to resonate so deeply with someone as to move them, that’s my main goal and hope for my songs.” Col says of his releases, and his blend of artistic honesty and captivating and rousing songwriting makes you feel like this sense of connection and resonation with listeners is inevitable.
‘Come On Over’ is out now
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