Every once in a while, a new indie-rock artist comes along who just gets it — the chaos, the heartbreak, the self-discovery, all wrapped in melodies you can’t stop humming. Guildford’s own Harry Eley has officially joined that club with his debut EP Me, a five-track confessional that feels equal parts personal journal and indie-rock coming-of-age soundtrack.
If you’ve been keeping tabs on him like we have, you probably already heard the early buzz around “Thinking of You” and “Happy Hate Story”. Those singles hinted at something special, but Me shows the full picture — a young artist with emotional depth, sharp instincts, and a clear sense of who he is (or at least, who he’s becoming). It’s messy. It’s honest. It’s full of heart. And that’s exactly why it works.
The EP’s lead track, “Stop The War,” is already turning heads — BBC Radio Introducing Sussex and Surrey included — and it might just be Harry’s most vulnerable moment yet. Co-written and performed with Millie Cameron, the song captures the uneasy tension of a relationship teetering on the edge. The “war” isn’t literal; it’s the kind of emotional battle anyone who’s tried to hold something together will instantly recognise. Love, doubt, hope, exhaustion — it’s all in there, wrapped in the push-pull of two people asking the scariest question of all: Is love enough?
Sonically, Harry pulls inspiration from some heavy hitters — think Oasis swagger, The 1975’s cinematic glow, John Mayer’s emotional precision, Derek Trucks’ soulful guitar work, and the wistful storytelling spirit of The Smiths. It’s a blend that feels both nostalgic and refreshingly new, grounding Harry’s signature voice in influences he clearly loves without losing his own identity.
With Me, Harry Eley doesn’t just introduce himself — he makes a statement. This is an artist ready to speak to a generation figuring things out one heartbreak, one mistake, and one hopeful chorus at a time.
“Harry Eley’s debut EP Me is raw, relatable, and quietly brilliant
