Chris St John’s latest offering, the 6-track EP “With You,” is a refreshing dive into heartfelt storytelling and soulful melodies. From the opening chords of the title track, listeners are transported into a world of timeless tales and enduring love.
The EP’s centerpiece, “With You,” beautifully captures the essence of a young couple’s journey through life’s highs and lows, underscored by Chris’ rich vocals and masterful songwriting. Each track feels like a chapter in a novel, with vivid imagery and relatable emotions drawing the listener deeper into the narrative.
St John’s talent shines through not only in his poignant lyrics but also in the impeccable production quality of the EP. The acoustic guitar arrangements provide a perfect backdrop for his emotive delivery, creating an immersive listening experience from start to finish.
Standout tracks like “Don’t Ask Me” and “When Leaves Begin To Fall” showcase Chris’ ability to craft timeless ballads that feel instantly familiar yet undeniably original. In “Over Me,” there’s an undeniable gracefulness to Chris’ performance that sets him apart from the crowd.
Overall, “With You” is a testament to Chris’ artistry and musicianship. With its captivating storytelling and soul-stirring melodies, this EP is sure to leave a lasting impression on listeners and solidify St John’s place as a rising star in the singer-songwriter scene.
ABOUT THE ARTIST:
Chris St John has been on a roll these last two years, having written dozens of songs which have appeared on two separate albums. His first album, I’m Dreaming, which was released in 2021, gained critical acclaim and commercial success. The album had four chart-toppers on the World Indie Music Charts and the Euro Indie Music Network, including “I Called You Rose,” which climbed all the way to No. 3.
Recently, Chris was in Nashville, working with legendary producer Stephen Wrench, as well as some of the finest session musicians in Music City, to record his upcoming album Fly Away. During the production of the album, Chris released the song “Hey Siri,” which quickly hit No. 1 on the World Indie Music Charts and the Euro Indie Music Network and remained there for five weeks. “Hey Siri” has a playful, rolling African groove reminiscent of Paul Simon’s Graceland. This clever, lively, and thought-provoking song focuses on the drawbacks of modern technology. Stylistically, it’s an outlier of sorts, scratching only the surface of the deep and impactful artistry Chris showcases over the course of 13 tracks.
The diversity of the songs makes it very hard to fit Chris’ music into any one genre. His voice is velvety and clear on the album’s ballads, and heartfelt and rocking on the up-tempo songs. His tenor voice has remarkable range and clarity, and his different vocal stylings on each track make it hard to believe it’s the same singer throughout the album.
Fly Away is set to soar. The title track is a soulful, poetic, and powerful song about the birth of his son, John, and the times Chris spent with him from childhood through his recent graduation from high school. He wrote the song as his son was preparing to head off to college. All parents whose children have left the nest can relate to Chris’ heartfelt lyrics: “I just held you I cannot believe it/You’re heading off to live on your own/A million hours, tears joy laughter/I treasured it all, the best years I’ve known…”
