Tuesday February 14, 2023
From the tropical state of Queensland in Australia hails the prodigious and versatile Alex Edwards, a notable figure in the thriving music industry of that region.
Recently a candidate for the esteemed Billy Thorpe Prize in 2022, he has established himself as one of the leading voices in that state. Yet his talents extend far beyond music; he is also an accomplished writer, earning a national literature award in 2021 for his haunting short story, The Psychotic Mind, and authoring two books.
His latest single, Brisbane Ramblings, is a captivating song that showcases his mastery of layered lyrics and approach to songwriting, as the opening line of Brisbane Ramblings reveals, ‘I resume the oath in the never-through valley, west to martyr, the modern rune run-in.’ On display is a jangly indie rock sound, Edwards’ enigmatic vocal enhanced and rendered undefined by lyrical intricacies and self-assured performances. With this release, Alex has proven himself to be an artist in constant progression, commanding a rapidly growing distinct and devoted fanbase.
Alex’s musical journey began with the release of his debut album, Flight Frost, a collection of twenty songs that merged the singer-songwriter and folk-indie genres. This album is considered a classic in the Brisbane music scene and paved the way for his 8-track sophomore EP, Fealty Fjords, which garnered international attention and praise for its beautiful melodies and sensual vocals, with Modnoe FM in Saint Petersburg succinctly encapsulating the artists’ work with the words, ‘Beautiful songs, sensual voice.’Subsequent albums, Flown Frosted and Freedom Fiesta, further solidified Alex’snotoriety, with the track I Have Schizophrenia among them.
With the highly anticipated release of Fantasia Fugue in early 2023, Alex Edwards’ musical career is sure to continue its ascent. Brisbane Ramblings is one example of how Alex embodies the spirit of originality and adaptability, seamlessly navigating between music and literature and approaching songwriting with unwavering conviction.
