James Blunt releases one of the most anthemic songs of his career, ‘Circles’, a track inspired by the sounds of the 90s Britpop era.
‘Circles’ is taken from his forthcoming album Airplane Mode, out November 6 on Atlantic Records. “’Circles’ harks back to the inspiration I had for my very first album, of the music from the late 90’s and early 00s,” James says. “This is what I wanted my music to sound like, and it’s who I am as a result.”
Lyrically the song is about what keeps you up at night. “I know you want to keep your enemies near, but it’s only your voice you’ll hear at 4am,” he sings.
Listen to ‘Circles’ on F1 Tracks.
James Blunt has cemented his reputation as one of the most entertaining singer-songwriters of his generation. A thoughtful performer with a distinctive voice and a knack for crafting melodic contemporary soft rock tunes, James is best known for his international chart-topping single ‘You’re Beautiful’, a mournful ode to unrequited love.
James and his band will take the new album on a massive European tour early next year, hitting the UK in the spring. The UK leg kicks off in Leeds March 26, includes a return visit to London’s 02 Arena April 4 and finishes in Brighton on April 8. It of his acclaimed debut album Back To Bedlam, playing to sold-out arenas in the UK across February last year and receiving glowing reviews.
