Christopher Purple is one of the many impressive artists from the heart of the UK’s independent music scene who are not just following trends, but carefully making their own way. In an industry that often prefers the safe and made-up, Christopher is a true creative force. He is a unique, uncompromising artist who writes, produces, sings, plays instruments, and even makes the visuals for his art all on his own terms.
An artist who has been described as a colourful concoction of artists, from the theatrical flair of Queen, the chameleonic art of David Bowie, and the boundary-pushing genius of Prince, but his pop-rock fusion is all his own. It has a lively sound that makes you feel something, and it knows where it came from but wants to make something new instead of copying it.
His latest single, ‘A Better Place’, released just a few days ago on December 5th, sees Christopher focusing on his songwriting and vulnerability. The song is a pop ballad built on blossoming piano sounds that mix with soft string arrangements and gentle rhythmic pulses. The melody's emotional space lets the hard subject matter shine, offering a heartfelt spotlight on grief and loss.
‘A Better Place’ gives a voice to the quiet confusion that comes with loss. It is a beautifully honest look at the conflicting feelings that come with grief: the pain of loss and the deep gratitude for the life lived. Christopher’s lyrics give the experience a heartbreaking sense of realism by saying that the loved one who has passed away still "speaks from within, sometimes laughing, sometimes crying."
Through the new single, Christopher delivers a touching tribute that feels very personal but is also easy for everyone to understand. The soft delivery, along with the piano's emotional landscape and the strings' subtle swell, draws listeners in and turns weakness into real strength.
You can stream the new single above, and for more from Christopher, be sure to tune in to his other releases like 'I'm Gonna Love U (Gimme The Chance)' and his new album. If you like what you hear, be sure to follow him today on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
