James Adrian Brown, guitarist of Pulled Apart By Horses, has released his new single Sidestep. The track previews his upcoming debut solo album, Forever Neon Lights, set for release on January 30th. Brown toured the UK last November.
James Adrian Brown has shared his new single, Sidestep, as a preview to his debut solo album, Forever Neon Lights, which is scheduled for release on January 30th. As the guitarist for the band Pulled Apart By Horses, Brown brings a personal touch to this project, following his UK tour last November.
In describing the single, Brown stated, “I wanted Sidestep to feel like gears shifting under your feet.” He elaborated that its pace and glitchy edges evoke the moment when everything wobbles, yet balance is regained, capturing a sense of recalibration.
The album itself represents a deeper introspection for Brown. He has previously described it as “me laying everything out, the things I’ve carried since being a child, the hopes, dreams, and doubts I’ve felt as an adult, and the stubbornness to see things through.” The writing and recording process felt like reconnecting with his wide-eyed younger self, inspired by the Christmas lights in Blackpool that seemed to wrap around the entire country and extend forever. Brown aims to transform that childhood wonder into something lasting and real.
This release marks a significant step in Brown's solo career, building on his experiences with Pulled Apart By Horses and his recent touring activities.
