TRACK REVIEW: Simon Taylor – Northern Star EP

The indestructible Simon Taylor is back with his new EP Northern Star. Simon –despite many bad experiences and struggles with mental health –has an admirable ability to bounce back and channel his emotions into such a beautiful and positive musical experience for his fans. Funded by Help Musicians, this EP is his most ambitious yet and provides a rollercoaster of musical influences from rock to folk and 70s music, all harnessed through Simon’s soulful and warm vocal tones.

The EP has a particular focus on where Simon grew up, with tracks set in Alnmouth, County Durham and Gateshead. For those of us who share an admiration of our region, the music feels homely and comforting, it’s a love letter to the North East and finding beauty in every situation.