Common Saints releases ‘Idol Eyes’ EP

After recently introducing himself with debut singles ‘Idol Eyes’ and ‘Summer Sun,’ producer, singer and multi-instrumentalist Common Saints is going all in with a five-track debut EP in October. ‘Idol Eyes’ was released independently via Starsonics on the 9^th October and is available both digitally and via 12” vinyl too.

As well as featuring the first two singles, Common Saints’ ‘Idol Eyes’ EP includes unheard tracks ‘Lovesong,’ ‘Letting Go’ and ‘Secret Song.’ Collectively, this is one of the smoothest, most tranquil projects of the year.

Featuring warm bass tones, intricate melodic guitar work, head-nodding rhythms and soulful vocal hooks, summer is getting a mini-extension with this release. A euphoric and brilliantly crafted project that delves deep into a progressive journey of musicianship, style and effortless swagger, Common Saints added:

“I wanted to create something beautiful and energetic, that reflected my love for music from the 60’s, 70’s and 80’s, something characterful and melodic, and also include some deep lyrical content about life and existentialism. I wanted to touch on some basic concepts but also difficult emotions and experiences. Ultimately, it’s all about togetherness. A “Common Saint” is like a Good Samaritan; just an everyday person who treats fellow humans well and goes out of their way to make sure people are ok. I like the feeling the name gave me, like it was friendly but powerful.

I’ve always loved guitar and vocal driven music; blues, funk, soul. The list is extensive, but artists like Marvin Gaye, The Beegees, Roy Ayers, Pink Floyd; are all strong influences. I have a growing vinyl collection filled with some absolute gems. I love how people used to cherish music and care so much about it back in the day. That’s one of the reasons I wanted to print the EP on vinyl. It kinda doesn’t feel real until it’s on vinyl.

Contemporary music is a profound example of collaboration between people. I have many influences from all over the world that ring through the music I make. Its an echo of everything that I’ve ever heard, amalgamated into a vibe.

It’s all a battle between God and science / spirituality and technology, and how they intertwine and interact with each other, and what that means for the world.

The lyrics of Idol Eyes represent a utopia of sound, where music is religion and the gods the song. People keep on moving and they sing along, this feeling is a heaven where we all belong. It’s a realisation of how we are all the same, and only societal constructs pull us apart. Getting high and making love. Those two things are some of the simplest of human desires.”

Turning a whole host of industry heads since starting out just a few months ago, Common Saints has already received press attention from Bonafide Mag, DMC World and Top Shelf Music, whilst Tom Ravenscroft gave it a spin on BBC 6 Music, not to mention the ‘Idol Eyes’ single was playlisted on Amazing Radio.

This is just the beginning from an artist that is picking up some serious momentum already – who wants to get involved?

Listen to ‘Idol Eyes’ here.

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