Welcome to Harrison Jay's official website. Independent musician and media producer.
Next single 'Jaded Thoughts' will be released on Friday 6th Feb

Q&A with Harrison Jay

What is your earliest memory connected to music?

My parents have always been huge music fans too. We always had the record player playing from as early as I can remember. I was exposed to 80’s, 90’s and 00’s hits from a very young age. A prominent early memory of mine is being obsessed with ‘Hung Up’ by Madonna when it was first released. I was just 4 years old but I was infatuated

 

How did your passion for creating music begin?

Before I started making my own music, I was a radio show host for 2+ years from 2017-19. This involved planning and hosting my show ‘Recent Releases’ weekly and booking and interviewing guests, promoting the show on social media, and being involved in community activities promoting the radio station. The show was about new music. I would review new music on air. I already loved music before I started, but by doing this, I became next-level attached to music, so much so that it inspired me to make and release music of my own. It helped me decide as an artist what kinds of artistic directions I want to explore. I also took a BTEC Music Tech course (2018-20) which I got a Distinction * Grade, in addition to my A levels. Then I continued my studies in University with a degree in Media Production (graduated 2023). By incorporating my passion for music and media creation in my education, this helped me learn useful industry knowledge.

 

What’s the story behind your current music project?

My music takes on many themes and vibes. I am a versatile artist who wants to innovate. I constantly get melodies in my head and I love to songwrite, which is something I’ve done from a very young age. I’d say there’s a common theme of heartbreak within many of my songs, many lyrics of mine are written about personal love life experiences. This is very apparent in my next release planned for release on New Year’s Day 2026 titled ‘I wish we could just hang out’. I find it therapeutic and healing to write about my pain. However, most of my songs are upbeat and catchy regardless of how sad the lyrics can be,

 

How would you describe your sound to someone who has never heard your music before?

I am mostly pop-leaning with my music, with some songs having more rock styles and others having more R&B/hip-hop styles. I have always been on the hunt for unique and interesting music as a music listener and this reflects in my musical output. The only expectation I want from listeners is that I will deliver greatness, but the sound and style I like to switch things up and keep it unpredictable. I think there aren’t enough male pop musicians who are trying to make ‘outside the box’ music. I try to be specific with the theme of my songs, and I’m a huge fan of unique titles, such as my song ‘Rubatosis’, which is a real word that means the sensation of when you’re aware that your heart is beating. There are many feelings and moods for different songs I’ve made, whether it be happy vibes, such as in my song ‘Your Vertigo’, or sad vibes, such as in my song ‘Time Kills’. I’m also a huge fan of double entendres. In songs such as ‘Cherry Blossom’ and ‘Mount Kilimanjaro’ I use themes of nature to explore more promiscuous themes.

 

What is one thing you’ve learned that completely changed the way you make music?

Along the way I’ve definitely learnt the value of collaboration. As someone who tends to do the entire creative process (producing, writing, recording, mixing, mastering, marketing etc.) solo, by making connections online I have opened the door for collaborations and am keen to do more. Having different perspectives and ideas on the table and trusting other’s contributions with their unique talents. I have other collabs in the works at the moment that I hope get published in 2026 and I want to say thank you to Marcus Daniel and Shreyansh Janagal, the two artists I have collaborated with publicly so far.

 

What tools, instruments, or software are essential in your creative process?

I have used various tools and softwares over the years to create music. The primary DAWs I have used for music creation are Logic Pro X, FL Studio, Soundtrap. I am trying to get better at Ableton bc I think Ableton is the rising star of DAWs at the moment. I play piano and guitar and that has helped me greatly learn interesting chords and it helps me with song structure a lot.

 

Which indie artist or song are you loving right now?

I am constantly on the hunt for new bands and artists to fall in love with. There are so many indie artists I am very inspired by. Some notable ones include indie bands such as the K’s, CRUZ, The Lathams, I am also inspired some mainstream artists such as Sam Fender, who also grew up in Northern England and consistently perfected his craft and sound, creating incredible conceptual albums with deep meaning. He also has creative control, which is also very important to me. I have only dropped EPs or singles so far, but I intend to release concept albums and share many life stories through my music. How have your personal experiences influenced your music and artistic vision? Particularly in my lyrics, personal experiences have definitely influenced my music. There are recurring themes of heartbreak within many of my songs, which is definitely based on unfortunately having my heart broken more than once. Similarly, there are recurring themes of intimacy which are reflective of the happier and sensual moments I’ve had in relationships.

 

What emotions or messages do you hope listeners take from your work?

I hope that listeners feel my authenticity with my music. These are all songs from the heart, even the more ‘light-hearted’ ones. All of my songs are songs that I wish existed in this world and I hope people really sense the sincerity. I don’t care about the money or attention it could bring, I just simply want these songs to get out of my head and exist publicly.

 

What’s the most important lesson music has taught you so far?

That no one is coming to save me or help with my music career. In order to achieve the success I dream of, I have to be in executive control over every aspect. There’s so many dodgy deals or managers in the industry that I don’t even want a manager anymore. I am proud to be in creative control and it’s very important to me that I am always the one in charge when it comes to my music journey.

 

What is a dream venue or festival you would love to perform at?

I used to have various answers for this but now my answer is there is no specific venue or festival that I yearn to play for. There’s the obvious major music festivals (in the UK where I live such as Glastonbury, Reading, Leeds etc.) which would be life changing and a huge career milestone, but I think festivals are constantly changing and evolving. I have become more disillusioned and pessimistic when it comes to music festivals as of lately, due to capitalist greed. As long as there’s people who want to see me perform, I don’t care where it is or how many people, I just want to share songs I love with people who’d love to hear it.

 

If you could collaborate with any artist, past or present, who would it be and why?

There are so many answers for this and it’s very hard to narrow it down. My answer is Jeff Buckley. The late Jeff Buckley inspires me greatly and I can’t think of a white guy in music who has his level of sensuality when it comes to music. I try to capture similar seductive vibes in songs of mine like ‘Cherry Blossom’. I think that we have vocal delivery similarities, smooth and soft but powerful and emotive.

Debut EP
Quarter past the century's Summer


Your Vertigo – co-produced and written with my talented Marcus Daniel. He raps the verses while I sing the opening of verse 1, chorus, outro, with both of us in the bridge bouncing off each other. Tells a story of an intimate summer fling, knowing it’s temporary but still making the most of it “cause we’ll never be this young”, production inspired by 2010s pop

Cherry Blossom – entirely self made. Very 80s inspired production with heavy bass, synths and percussion. The longest song on the EP at 4mins 30secs. The outro is a heavenly instrumental solo. The most explicit song I’ve ever made, cherry blossom is a sacred flower and the lyrics are a double entendre

Closer to you – entirely self made, explores love themes but in a radio friendly way unlike the last song. The song is like if a proposal was a song. When I produced this one, I was inspired by DJs such as Kaytranada for the style of bass and percussion. Short and concise track

Yesterday – My favourite Beatles song that explores yearning for the simple times of love. Completely different production style but same lyrics and vocal melody as the original. This cover’s been on my YouTube for a while and is the oldest recording on this project

About Me

New singles “Drive to my oasis”, “I’m Not Alive Today” and “Time Kills” out now! Dark alt-pop with rock and trap influence. But I explore many sounds and styles such as in “Rubatosis” which means the sensation where you’re aware your heartbeat contrasts this! Also “Mount Kilimanjaro” euphoric upbeat alternative pop rock

In Feb, I released ‘Aroma’, an anti-love trap party song for lonely Valentines. Last Friday the 13th, I released my debut single “Friday the 13th” which is about a relationship which was cursed with bad luck. The song captures the push and pull of emotions that many of us have experienced in casual flings, where affection seems to appear and vanish unexpectedly. Are You Still the Same Person?” second single continues this narrative in a vulnerable way, a bittersweet anthem about the inevitability of change. I plan to release a variety of genres!

With many unreleased tracks waiting to be shared, I am committed to delivering quality music consistently as an independent songwriter, producer, and vocalist. All my music is entirely self produced. I graduated last year from university BA (Hons) in Media Production at Liverpool John Moores University. While I may be new to the music scene, my passion for music has been a lifelong journey, and I’ve been consistently practising my craft. I am now ready to share my work with the world! I also have history radio hosting music show ‘Recent Releases’ from 2017-19 for Redshift Radio, Nantwich.

I can help you with

Photo & Video Editing

I am happy to provide services to assist with photo, video or music experience. Please contact me on the ‘Contact’ page with any enquiries.  I am experienced with Adobe Photoshop, Premiere Pro, Lightroom and After Effects. I am also experienced with DaVinci Resolve and VSCO.

Whether it’s enhancing the colours, adding dynamic effects, creating seamless transitions, or crafting a cohesive visual style, our skilled team of editors is dedicated to delivering the highest quality results. I am keen to understand your unique style and objectives, collaborating closely with you to ensure your vision is realised. From personal projects to professional campaigns, trust us to elevate your content

 

Videography & Photography shooting

I am passionate about telling stories through stunning visuals and creating timeless memories that you can cherish forever. Whether it’s a wedding, a family portrait, a corporate event, or a creative project, I am a photographer and videographers dedicated to capturing the essence and emotion of every occasion. With a keen eye for detail, a commitment to excellence, and state-of-the-art equipment, to ensure that every shot is thoughtfully composed, beautifully lit, and artistically captured. I aim to transform your vision into a captivating reality, preserving your most cherished moments with the utmost care and professionalism. Contact today to discuss your photography and videography needs, and let’s create a visual masterpiece that will leave a lasting impression

Sound Design

Whether you’re an aspiring artist, a seasoned musician, or a content creator in need of captivating soundtracks, we have the expertise to take your project to new heights. With our state-of-the-art studio equipment and extensive knowledge of music production techniques, we guarantee to deliver professional-grade results that will exceed your expectations.

 

In addition to music production, I offer a range of related services, including mixing, mastering, sound design, and audio post-production. My goal is to ensure that every aspect of your project is meticulously crafted and polished, resulting in a professional and captivating final product