The world has felt very heavy at the moment. The murder of George Floyd in the United States and ensuing protests has put racial inequality and injustice firmly back into the world’s spotlight. We’re still battling the global COVID-19 pandemic. All of these things are so important and it’s vital to lend our voices to them. But I think it’s also important to take a couple of moments to enjoy art that just feels good.
If you need a break from the darkness, press play on Harry Phillips’ new EP, Life Without Fairy Tales. At just four tracks and 13 minutes, it’s perfect for tea breaks or smoko. The EP’s title sounds a little dark, but this is fairly light folk-pop fair. Harry’s voice has a genuine warmth and his songwriting is full of charm. That’s no surprise though, as this EP is the result of Harry’s work after winning the prestigious Billy Thorpe Scholarship at the Queensland Music Awards earlier this year.
Life Without Fairy Tales features Harry’s current single “None of My Business,” a playful ditty about respecting personal boundaries. This cheery song will make sure you have a smile on your face as this EP fades out. Check this song and the rest of Harry’s material out on your favourite streaming platform. He’s scheduled to support British singer-songwriter Lucy Spraggan at The Outpost on September 29, but with the state of the world right now who knows whether that will come off. Give Harry a follow on Facebook for more details closer to the date!
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