Meet Gareth Haze: South African-born, London-based, and officially someone you need to know. His debut EP, ‘Stranger in a Strange Land’, kicks off with the single ‘Stars’, and wow, it’s a proper earworm with teeth. Imagine alt-rock grit meeting folk warmth, a splash of pop, and just enough bluesy bite to keep things interesting.
‘Stars’ is the kind of track that sneaks under your skin. Gareth’s rough-edged vocals ride shimmering guitars and airy synths, creating this eerie-but-hopeful vibe that’s totally his own, even with echoes of Smashing Pumpkins, Jimmy Eat World, and Radiohead in the mix. It’s cinematic, emotional, and lingering, basically, everything a great debut single should be.
The EP as a whole proves Gareth isn’t just a one-track wonder. Whether he’s playing solo with an acoustic or leading a full band, there’s this raw, unpolished energy that makes you feel every word he sings. ‘Stranger in a Strange Land’ is heartfelt, cinematic, and full of soul, and it’s an exciting reminder that real emotion still matters in music. Keep your ears peeled: Gareth Haze is only just getting started.