South Yorkshire’s rising star Sam Scherdel is having the week of his life. His new single “Somewhere in the Middle” – a soaring, heartfelt anthem about love, connection and human honesty – has exploded online, amassing millions of TikTok plays and sparking worldwide attention from fans and the music industry alike.
The emotional track, set for full release this Wednesday 22nd October, has already led to phone calls from major record labels, conversations with US television producers (including American Idol) and a meeting with Jamie Scott – the acclaimed songwriter behind hits for Justin Bieber, Rag’n’Bone Man and One Direction.
For a songwriter long celebrated across the North for his grit, heart and timeless sound, the global response has been staggering.
“Somewhere in the Middle” sits at the intersection of emotional vulnerability and big, radio-ready melody – a soaring, cinematic anthem that feels both deeply personal and universally relatable. Built around Scherdel’s trademark gravel-edged vocal and warm, analogue instrumentation, the track captures that universal moment of two people trying to meet halfway to make something work.
With global demand rising and industry eyes now firmly fixed on him, Scherdel’s next chapter looks unstoppable. His upcoming EP Boy Who Fell to Earth – recorded with Elliot at Yellow Arch – promises to build on this moment with the same blend of soulful storytelling and stadium-scale songwriting that first earned him comparisons to Springsteen and Richard Hawley.
Currently in the middle of his autumn UK run, Scherdel’s shows are expected to sell out following the track’s explosion. Fans can catch him live at:
01 Nov – Liverpool, Jacaranda
08 Nov – Hull, Adelphi
22 Nov – Doncaster, Corn Exchange
29 Nov – London, Dingwalls 2
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