John Newman releases new track ‘Guiding Light’: Listen

British multi-platinum artist John Newman has just released his newest single entitled ‘Guiding Light’, an ode to his newborn daughter.  The track is out now via Smash The House.

The multifaceted artist, John Newman debuts on Smash The House with his new single ‘Guiding Light’, a meaningful, genre-bending, euphonious gem that’s an ode to his newborn daughter. John’s soulful vocals open up the song over cinematic melodies that lead into a riding, deep bassline complete with percussive synths and string instrumentals, giving ‘Guiding Light’ both the uplifting qualities of a big room dance track and a hint of underground with the techno bassline. After recently becoming a father, lyrics like “I’ll be by your side, holding onto you,” are brimmed with a highly personal and heartfelt love that’s tangible with each note.

The new release follows the DJ-producer-singer-songwriter’s recent collaboration with Alesso on ‘Call Your Name’, as well as multiple earlier successes such as three BRIT nominations, platinum certifications, multiple UK #1 singles, and more collaborations with the likes of David Guetta, Galantis, Kygo and his most streamed iconic track ‘Blame’ with Calvin Harris.

Speaking on the new track, Newman states, “I love the idea that I can make songs for her that she can listen to throughout her lifetime, with ‘Guiding Light’ being the first. For the production, I wanted to make a record that transported back to that UK radio sound I started out in. But, at the same time, I also wanted to challenge the big, uplifting dance track formula with Godfather-like strings and invigorating techno drives that I’ve been vibing with lately.”

Listen to the track here.

Image Credit: John Newman courtesy of Unfolded PR