01. "My Boy" 02. "Easy Does It" 03. "River Rival" 04. "My Heart The Wormhole" 05. "Princes Walk" 06. "Don't Go Back" 07. "Bellwether" 08. "I Wouldn't Recognize Me" 09. "Baby Green" 10. "Columns" 11. "Lilacs" 12. "The Lion Or The Bear" 13. "Six-Pointed Star" 14. "Golden Broken Record" 15. "Up I Presume" 16. "Bowl"
Description:
My Boy by Marlon Williams, released 9 September 2022, includes the following tracks: "River Rival", "Princes Walk", "Soft Boys Make The Grade", "Morning Crystals" and more.
This version of My Boy comes as a 1xCD. -
"My Boy" is a CD album by New Zealand singer-songwriter Marlon Williams, released through the independent label Dead Oceans and distributed by Cargo. On this record, Williams broadens his palette beyond his earlier alt-country and folk roots, weaving in elements of indie pop, classic crooner balladry and subtle retro influences. The songs are marked by his unmistakable voice - warm, flexible and emotionally precise - and by carefully crafted arrangements that move between intimate, stripped-down moments and fuller, groove-oriented tracks. Lyrically, "My Boy" circles around identity, masculinity, relationships and vulnerability, often with a light touch and flashes of wry humour that contrast with the emotional weight of the themes.
As a listening experience, the album balances accessibility and depth: catchy melodic hooks and memorable choruses sit alongside more atmospheric pieces that reward repeated plays. The production is clean and modern without losing organic warmth; guitars, keys and rhythm section are used economically, leaving plenty of space for Williams' vocals and harmonies. From reflective slow-burn songs to more upbeat, radio-friendly cuts, "My Boy" offers a cohesive journey that will appeal to fans of sophisticated singer-songwriter music as well as curious new listeners.
Marlon Williams has become one of the most distinctive voices to emerge from the New Zealand and Australian music scenes in the past decade. Before "My Boy", he garnered international attention with his earlier solo albums and extensive touring, winning multiple awards in his home region and building a loyal following across Europe and North America. Known for his powerful live performances and his ability to move effortlessly between genres - from country and folk to soul, pop and classic ballads - Williams has established himself as a versatile artist with a strong storytelling sensibility. "My Boy" continues this trajectory, underlining his reputation as a songwriter capable of combining emotional honesty with inventive, timeless melodies.
Dead Oceans, the label behind this release, is part of the well-regarded independent Secretly Group and has built a strong reputation for long-term artist development and carefully curated rosters. Working closely with Cargo as a reliable distribution partner, Dead Oceans is known for helping distinctive voices reach an international audience while preserving artistic integrity. Their catalogue spans acclaimed indie, folk and alternative releases, making them a fitting home for an album as nuanced and characterful as "My Boy".
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