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Extra.ie
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Extra.ie
Inside Sebastian Schub's debut EP release
As the calendar turns to June, anticipation has been building for the release of Sebastian Schub's debut EP. The German-born, London-based singer-songwriter has been steadily gaining attention with his emotive baritone and heartfelt storytelling, drawing comparisons to legendary artists such as Jeff Buckley and Glen Hansard. From his early days busking on the streets of London and Dublin to performing at renowned venues across the globe, Schub's journey is a testament to his dedication and inherent talent. As the calendar turns to June, anticipation has been building for the release of Sebastian Schub's debut EP. Chatting to ahead of the release of 'Sing Like Madonna' on June 6, he delved into the inspirations behind his upcoming release, his evolution as an artist, and the stories that have shaped his music. 'Previously I was writing and recording all my songs completely on my own in my basement at home,; he began. 'So moving the process into a different space and inviting collaborators into that space took some time and adjustment. 'But in the end I managed to find a brilliant partner in Dann Humme who has a studio in Barry, Wales. We recorded most of the songs in his church turned studio there. An amazing experience. ' Among the tracks on the EP, Schub is particularly eager for listeners to experience 'Blisters & Sunburn, adding: 'It has been a real highlight to play on tour, so I'm really excited for people to finally be able to listen to it at home as well.' Schub's connection to Dublin runs deep, both musically and personally, with his experiences in the city's lively busking scene having been instrumental in shaping his artistry. 'I have always been drawn to the musical community here,' he continued. 'I don't think I've ever come to Ireland and not met a musician that I had something to learn from. 'For me Dublin offered a sense of creative escape from a very busy, competitive, individualistic London. After Covid I went to live in Dublin to find my feet again and it was on Grafton Street that I reconnected with music. This place is very very dear to me.' 'Sing Like Madonna' will be available to stream on June 6.
The Guardian
22-03-2025
- Entertainment
- The Guardian
One to watch: Sebastian Schub
He has only released a handful of songs, but Sebastian Schub's talent was obvious from the off. The singer-guitarist-pianist-songwriter's debut single begins by declaiming 'I wanna sing like Madonna/ I wanna dance like a queen' in a gloriously orotund baritone that's nothing like the queen of pop's. 'Like if Hozier and Jeff Buckley had a slightly German baby!' grins Schub. Possibly his vocals were closer to Madonna's when he learned to sing in Hamburg's youth opera academy as a five-year-old, alongside acting, mime and musical theatre. That said, Sing Like Madonna is as close to autobiography as Schub's music gets. Usually he writes about his friends or family. And though that wounded roar of a voice belies it, Schub's songs (and stage presence) have a warmth and wit that light up his engaging gigs. A decade of busking, mostly in London or Dublin since he was 15, has made him comfortable in a spotlight. 'It's the great gift busking gives you,' he enthuses. 'There's a kind of relaxation, a hardness, a stamina that comes from it. You play your guitar like a drum – loudly and intensely.' He jokes he only has guitars and no friends, but his youthful decision to concentrate on music has paid off, with superb radio-ready singles such as the darkly dramatic, bluesy Ruin Me. Expect some unmissable shows this summer, with an EP to come too. Sebastian Schub tours the UK and Ireland in April and May
