Proudly presenting the brand new project out now via Golden Lion Sounds by singer/songwriter – C Douglas “75019

C Douglas makes fun music for fun people. It’s melodious, upbeat synth-pop with vulnerability at its core.

His songs – which begin as acoustic, folk demos – take the shape of our times in the production process. Brought to life in a more contemporary setting, synthesisers, motorik beats and pulsing bass lines take centre stage. Big choruses are never far away and with a focus on energy and simplicity, each lyric and hook becomes instantly recognisable.

Originally from Todmorden, West Yorkshire, C Douglas now lives in Paris, France. Seconds away from the park and minutes from the canal, he remains as close to nature as possible. Although he misses family, friends and the community back home, he remains well connected as an artist to the Valley through his collaboration with The Golden Lion and its record label, Golden Lion Sounds.

75019 is the debut EP from C Douglas and was recorded with Steve Cobby (Fila Brazillia) in Hull. The connection between artist and producer was immediate and developed seamlessly through mutual admiration. Generosity, open conversation and creative collaboration allowed the EP to take shape and the four tracks were finished in the home studio over the duration of two sunny weeks.

75019 will be released on 10” vinyl this September with Golden Lion Sounds. It will be added to a roster of artists including Jarvis Cocker, David Holmes, Jane Weaver and Working Men’s Club. The EP will follow the critically acclaimed homage to Andrew Weatherall – Sounds From The Flight Path Estate Volume 2 – and will foreshadow an upcoming UK tour in October.

At First arrives as the first single from 75019. Here, bathed in warm synths and bass, C Douglas lyrically weaves through the various stages of growing up, lightheartedly opening up on his past and on future possibilities. Accompanied by a music video – shot by Radio Sofa (Paris) – At First asks: “Where do you see yourself in 5 years time? If I’m alive, I’m doing alright.”

Prior to his current project, C Douglas has worked with producers Mark Gardener (Ride), Damon Minchella (Ocean Colour Scene) and Nathan Saoudi (Fat White Family).

His previous band, The GOA Express, rotated heavily on 6 Music, appeared in various Spotify playlists and was featured in some of the UK’s biggest music magazines. He has played numerous tours and festivals across the UK, Europe and America including notable shows at Glastonbury, Primavera and SXSW.