Already deemed one of the best releases of 2025 (Vulture), Mark William Lewis’ timeless self-titled album moves between nostalgic, deep-rooted poems and upbeat, indie rock grooves. Presented as A24 Music’s first independent artist release.
Mark William Lewis is a singer/songwriter/producer from London whose music takes in wide ranging genres such as left field pop, hypnagogic pop, ambient, indie rock, slowcore and folk rock. In pensive, impressionistic lyrics he explores themes of alienation, intimacy, and the social environment of his hometown.
Mark's music has been widely praised for its emotional depth and innovative songwriting, with support from publications such as Pitchfork and The Fader praising his ability to create atmospheric soundscapes that resonate with listeners on a profound level.
He is the first artist to be signed to A24 not linked to a movie release or soundtrack. Their first signing as a record label has taken careful consideration, but Mark’s cinematic sound and edge of cult coolness makes him an excellent choice.
The album (his second full length) is self-titled, a very personal and revelatory body of work. His timeless sound is influenced by songwriting greats including Neil Young, Bob Dylan, Elliot Smith.
He has been compared and / or associated with contemporary artists including Dean Blunt, MIKE, Bar Italia, Mica Levi and King Krule.
Expanding the instrumental and fx palette somewhat; his rich, syrupy & velvet voice still speaks rousingly (and sometimes painfully) to our hearts, while his harmonica playing reaches its emotional zenith – has there been a more sincere songwriter from the UK in the last decade? I say no.
Mark William Lewis is a singer/songwriter/producer from London whose music takes in wide ranging genres such as left field pop, hypnagogic pop, ambient, indie rock, slowcore and folk rock. In pensive, impressionistic lyrics he explores themes of alienation, intimacy, and the social environment of his hometown.
Mark's music has been widely praised for its emotional depth and innovative songwriting, with support from publications such as Pitchfork and The Fader praising his ability to create atmospheric soundscapes that resonate with listeners on a profound level.
He is the first artist to be signed to A24 not linked to a movie release or soundtrack. Their first signing as a record label has taken careful consideration, but Mark’s cinematic sound and edge of cult coolness makes him an excellent choice.
The album (his second full length) is self-titled, a very personal and revelatory body of work. His timeless sound is influenced by songwriting greats including Neil Young, Bob Dylan, Elliot Smith.
He has been compared and / or associated with contemporary artists including Dean Blunt, MIKE, Bar Italia, Mica Levi and King Krule.
STAFF COMMENTS
Matt says: Never has melancholy and fragility sounded so good as when MWL burst onto the scene last year – rightfully earning top spot in many EOY lists (including mine!).Expanding the instrumental and fx palette somewhat; his rich, syrupy & velvet voice still speaks rousingly (and sometimes painfully) to our hearts, while his harmonica playing reaches its emotional zenith – has there been a more sincere songwriter from the UK in the last decade? I say no.
TRACK LISTING
1. STILL ABOVE
2. RECENT FUTURE
3. SEVENTEEN
4. SOCIALISING
5. TOMORROW IS PERFECT
6. SPIT
7. UGLY
8. SKELETONS COUPLING
9. PETALS
10. BRAIN
11. SILVER MOON
12. ECSTATIC HEADS
