Former front man of The Vamps Bradley Simpson has released his new single, Holy Grail, with his debut album, The Panic Years, due out next February. We asked him the BIG questions . . .
The Panic Years includes touches of indie-rock, Americana, '80s synth and psychedelia and speaking about his new album, Bradley says, "I hope these songs and stories can help them navigate those experiences.
"They can become the soundtrack to their lives, whether they're dancing, crying, going out or whatever it is. It really feels like an opportunity to let them into a side of my life that I haven’t shared before."
Bradley plays The Academy, Dublin on 7 May 2025
Tell us three things about yourself . . .
I'm Bradley Simpson, I’m a musician from Birmingham and I stayed up until five last night watching the full third series of Slow Horses. It’s amazing and Gary Oldman is the best.
How would you describe your music?
It’s live, organic guitar driven music with stories I hope people can relate to.
Who are your musical inspirations?
Nirvana, Paolo Nutini, Arctic Monkeys.
What was the first gig you ever went to?
Jamiroquai, I was seven and I’d just burst my ear drum that year so complained it was too loud the whole time.
What was the first record you ever bought?
The first I can remember was from a neighbour’s garage sale, and it was The Fratellis - Costello Music.
What’s your favourite song right now?
Add Up My Love - Clairo.
Favourite lyric of all time?
"It was in love I was created and in love is how I hope I die" - Coming Up Easy by Paolo Nutini.
If you could only listen to one song for the rest of your life, what would it be?
The Modern Leper - Frightened Rabbit.
Where can people find your music/more information?
Bradley Simpson on wherever you like to listen to your music and the same on socials!
Alan Corr
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