Rising North East artist Tom A. Smith today releases his long-awaited new EP ‘Say What You Want’, out now via Fiction Records, alongside bold new single “I Don’t Blame You”.
The EP showcases a maturing, evolving artist in full creative control; self-written, self-produced, and mixed by Tom himself, and captures a pivotal moment in his journey as he transitions from one chapter to the next with open vulnerability and fearless curiosity.
Speaking about the focus track “I Don’t Blame You”, Tom says: “I wanted to make something that didn’t take itself too seriously. I self-produced and mixed the track and I wanted to keep the new electronic sound whilst also concentrating on the groove. We’ve been playing it live over the summer and it’s been a lot of people’s favourite.”
The track’s accompanying video, directed by Tom’s bandmate Katie Anderson, offers a playful, stylised counterpoint to the single’s electronic pulse, a testament to the tight-knit creative community around Tom and his belief in doing things DIY.
‘Say What You Want’ marks a clear progression in Tom’s songwriting and sound, seamlessly blending textured synths and cinematic production with the hook-driven indie songwriting he’s known for. From the dancefloor-ready “Fashion”, to the outsider anthem “What”, the collection thrives on introspection, groove, and a fearless sense of experimentation.
The EP closes with a beautifully reimagined cover of “It’s All Over” by ‘90s cult band The God Machine, a nod to Tom’s love for the art of the album and a hint at the expansive directions still to come.
“It’s a new era for me,” Tom says. “I’m really proud of this and every inch of it’s me. It all feels really exciting.”
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