Harry Eley finds strength in softness on debut EP 'ME'

Every once in a while, an artist arrives with a debut that feels more like a mirror than anything else. And 'ME', the first EP from Guildford singer-songwriter Harry Eley, is exactly that; offering a five-track diary of youth, self-questioning, and emotional growing pains that speaks directly to the restless heart of his generation.

Opening track 'Stop The War' immediately sets a personal but unpretentious tone. Co-written with Millie Cameron, the song captures the friction of love when pride collides with vulnerability. It’s that fine line between fighting for someone and fighting with them, expressed through lyrical candour and vocal restraint.

What’s most striking about Eley’s work is his intuitive sense of space. 'Happy Hate Story' builds slowly, layering hazy guitars and aching melodies before giving way to a chorus that feels both anthemic and intimate. While 'Thinking of You' leans into nostalgia, revealing a songwriter who can balance reflection with immediacy.

The production never overcomplicates what works. It feels handcrafted rather than engineered, supporting his tender vocal tone and emotional clarity.

By the time it rounds off, it’s clear that 'ME' is a coming-of-age story unfolding in real time. Harry Eley simply speaks with truth, and that’s what makes this initial collection resonate so profoundly.