Pio Hartnett releases signature sounding EP “Cargo”

Pio Hartnett spent 2022 expanding his musical repertoire - and he’s now reaping his rewards. With a global fanbase and huge tastemaker support, Hartnett is really kicking on in 2023. With an irresistible blend of pop, folk and indie rock, the singer-songwriter has created a unique and signature sound.

A 9-track offering, “Cargo” is Pio Hartnett’s latest release. The EP is spearheaded by track “When I Go There” which comes with an immersive visual component. With vibrant instrumentals and heartwarming vocal lines, the EP will pick you up and immerse you.

Speaking about this, he shares: “Working with Zak over the past two years, one big thing I’ve learned from him is to not do things by halves. There’s more music in the world right now than ever - and the fact is, some of it is really good. So if we’re going to make something… why would we do anything but make it the absolute best we can. If we don’t love it, why should we expect anyone else to?”

“It was only when we sat down and listened to the project through, on Zak’s speakers in his little bedroom in Strawberry Beds when it was all done, that I realised what tied it all together. I felt less sure than ever at that point that I had something worthwhile to share. But then I heard my life over the course of a couple years, across the songs, and something about it - even the mistakes - seemed right. I was surprised - I turned to Zak and laughed, “that… actually could be workable,” I think is what I said.”

“The whole project is about carrying something. Fighting for it. Taking something from one place to another, and trying to keep it in one piece along the way - or even just getting it there, no matter what it takes.”

With an infectious live show, he’s not one to miss.