Scottish singer-songwriter Blair Davie releases 'It'll Be Lovely' EP + a brand new single "Edge Of A Feeling"

LISTEN TO ‘IT’LL BE LOVELY HERE

After finding huge praise and acclaim for their previously unveiled singles “Found My Person”, “To Miss You” and “Lovely”, which have since been supported by the likes of BBC Introducing and added to the Rapal: le Megan NicGill-Fhaolain mix on BBC Sounds, as well as countless Spotify Editorial placements and tastemaker support including; Record of the Day, Earmilk, Tenement TV, Passport Approved, RTE, Ones To Watch, The Most Radicalist and many more, Scottish singer-songwriter Blair Davie (they/them) has now released their eagerly-awaited new EP ‘It’ll Be Lovely’, showcased by the collection’s closing track “Edge Of A Feeling”.

Capturing more of that warm and effervescent alt-pop aesthetic they have been cultivating since they first emerged, ‘It’ll Be Lovely’ EP stands as a statement of self-discovery and realisation about who they truly are, and the emotional turmoil that can be unearthed as a result. Arriving with the new single ‘Edge Of A Feeling”, the final entry from the new collection, this new outing caps off this monumental moment in their career so far with one of their most triumphant offerings to date

Speaking about the new EP, Blair said, "'It'll Be Lovely' encapsulates everything I was going through last year. From stumbling into a beautiful yet gut-punching long distance relationship to coming out as a non binary person and figuring out how to deal with an anxiety that had a chokehold on me, writing these songs and sharing it with my community has been so wonderful. It's a collection of songs that helped me learn to love who I am and all the experiences that have shaped me. I hope people can find solace and comfort in the stories that I know are shared by so many."

"I’m so happy and excited to release my debut EP It’ll Be Lovely. It captures a period of my life where everything was changing in the most magical ways, even at the hardest times. I’d found love and was truly discovering myself at the deepest levels and I’m so glad I have this EP to help me process it all. I can’t wait to see it connect with people!"

While adding about “Edge Of A Feeling”, “Like so many people I know, I’ve struggled with anxiety for a long time. It constantly makes me live in fear of the worst-case scenario coming true and has stopped me from living freely. 'Edge Of A Feeling' is about trying to live through that anxiety and not letting it stop you being present and doing what you love. It’s diving head first into the things that scare you and coming out stronger for it.”

‘It’ll Be Lovely’ EP Tracklist:

1. Found My Person

2. To Miss You

3. Lovely

4. Edge Of A Feeling

Having just wrapped up their support appearances for Sam Fischer on his recent UK and European tour and an appearance at Sziget Festival last month, Blair Davie has also been announced as the support for 86TVs’ September and Corook’s December tour. Full list of dates below

86TVs UK Tour Dates:

11th Sep - Brighton, Prince Albert *Sold Out*

12th Sep - Hull, Adephi *Sold Out*

13th Sep - Hebden Bridge, Trades Club *Sold Out*

15th Sep - Edinburgh, Mash House

16th Sep - Huddersfield, Northern Quarter *Sold Out*

17th Sep - Cambridge, The Six Six *Sold Out*

20th Sep - London, Secret Venue - EP LAUNCH

22nd Sep - London, Moth Club *Sold Out*

Corook UK & IRE Tour Dates:

1st Dec - Manchester, Academy 3

2nd Dec - Birmingham, Ins3 *Sold Out*

3rd Dec - Glasgow, Garage

5th Dec - Bristol, Exchange *Sold Out*

6th Dec - London, XOYO

7th Dec - Brighton, Chalk

9th Dec - Dublin, Workman’s Club

After introducing themselves with a flurry of exciting singles, including the highly-praised ‘Stairs’, ‘Platform 10’, and ‘Him, Hymn’, the latter being their own unique personal approach to coming out to their family and friends, 22 yo London-based Scottish born and raised singer-songwriter Blair Davie has been tipped as one of the most anticipated new artists on the rise right now. As a seasoned performer who has been writing music and fronting bands since they were a teenager, Blair’s rise can be pinpointed to their intimate songwriting that feels more honest than others in their field.

“It’s been beautiful realising that honesty and vulnerability are a superpower and that my music and my own mental health improve so much when I am being my complete, unapologetic self. I spent my teens in bands basically trying to be a rockstar”, laughs Davie, looking back at how he started out. “Looking back it's hilarious to see me hiding behind a persona that was so far removed from who I am.”

After a particularly challenging 2020, Blair Davie began working on solo material. Since then, Blair has amassed more than 12k followers on TikTok, been officially playlisted on Spotify, toured the UK and Europe with the likes of JP Cooper, Emile Sande, and Fatherson, and sold out their first headline show at London’s Laylow.

Davie’s music deals with self-acceptance, their bisexuality, anxiety, loss, and heartbreak; but also the beauty that life can offer. Some refer to it as “Optimistic Tragedy”. Looking ahead to the future, and what they hope it’ll bring, Blair said, “I think it would be such a wonderful and emotional phenomenon to have a group of people in a room, who all have their own stories and struggles, all come together in song. If I can be a person to connect with those people it would be incredible.”

Blair draws inspiration from artists including Dodie, Orla Gartland, Leith Ross and Jake Wesley Rogers for their open and vulnerable approach to songwriting.

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lorraine longSeptember 13, 2023