C (Chris) Duncan says, 'I love the idea of something so romantic it almost hurts.' On his fifth album, 'It's Only a Love Song', out on January 24, 2025, through Bella Union, this Glasgow multi - instrumentalist and singer - songwriter brings that idea to life with style and emotion. Filled with swooning strings, captivating images, classic melodies, and dreamy harmonies, it's a masterpiece of orchestral pop romanticism. The album's homegrown creation at his Helensburgh home studio adds to its charm. Duncan wrote and played most of it himself, even doing the artwork. This freedom let him perfect every sound at his own pace. The result is his most luxurious release and a new high in his creative journey. Born in Glasgow, he has a successful career. His debut 'Architect' was nominated for the Mercury Music Prize, and 'The Midnight Sun' made the shortlist for the Scottish Album of the Year. He toured with Elbow and recorded 'Health' at their studio. He's received rave reviews from major media. Alongside supporting Belle & Sebastian and Elbow, he's filled big venues. 'It's Only a Love Song' is his next big step, a romantic ode influenced by The Carpenters, Scott Walker, and more. Its tracklist includes 'It's Only A Love Song', 'Lucky Today', and others.
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