Hugo Joyce is a singer-songwriter hailing from North East London. Blending striking, soulful vocals with pop hooks and honest but relatable lyrics, his main body of work consists of a range of original material created with writing partner Tom Althorpe, which has been picked up by BBC Introducing. Their songwriting partnership is the driving force behind the artistry. His new music also sees Hugo teaming up with both producer/mixing engineer Richard Wilkinson (Adele) and producer/mixing engineer Luke Burgoyne (Louis Tomlinson), taking his work to a new level. Working tirelessly together they have created a striking set of songs that will make you want to dance, cry, reflect and reminisce on past loves, both good and bad.
His latest single “False Hope” is a feel-good break-up anthem. Drawing influence from artists like Dean Lewis, Harry Styles, Dermot Kennedy, Teddy Swims and Miley Cyrus, this hard-hitting, atmospheric track will tug at your heartstrings, whilst giving you that get up and go feeling. “False Hope” shimmers with a warm piano melody, gritty guitars and passionate, emotion-fuelled vocals that soar over a driving beat.
Hugo shares, “The song is essentially based on a break up. I was with someone who didn’t feel the same way that I did and it’s about me slowly coming to a realisation that the relationship isn’t sustainable. It’s better to be by yourself than hold onto someone who doesn’t want you. I think the track is extremely positive and almost inspires you to go out and take what you want!”
Hugo has previously opened for Benedict Cork at his residency at Fiction Studios and performed at several iconic London venues including The Troubadour Club, Pizza Express Live, Ronnie Scotts and Servant Jazz Quarters. He can also be found performing regularly for the hugely popular Sofar Sounds London, where his infectious charm and endearing wit makes him a captivating live performer.
“False Hope” marks the beginning of a very exciting journey that will put Hugo Joyce on the map.
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