Phil Coulter has released his new single ‘Dear God’. Philip Coulter is an Irish musician, songwriter and record producer from Derry, Northern Ireland. An active musician since the 60s, Phil Coulter has recently ventured into the digital world, creating a popular weekly Facebook series known as ‘Lockdown Lounge’ which has amassed over 15,000 followers. Phil Coulter was awarded the Gold Badge from the British Academy of Songwriters, Composers and Authors in October 2009, and has been releasing weekly music videos since June 2020. ‘Dear God’ was composed for his son’s wedding. During his ‘lockdown Lounge’ sessions Coulter invited some of his friends who were singers to do a guest spot.One of them was George Hutton, a fellow Derryman and one of the most exciting young voices in the country. Listening to him sing one day Coulter describes a light bulb moment. He would finally get down to writing that lyric and George’s voice would be perfect.

‘Dear God’ is an elegant tune that boasts the melodic prowess of Phil Coulter. Filled with lush strings, vibrant rhythms and elegant piano, the track has a warm and cinematic tone enhanced by George Hutton’s tenor vocals and the tracks uplifting melody and expressive soundscapes. ‘Dear God’ is a powerful, well-crafted tune filled with heart and oodles of emotion.

Stream ‘Dear God’ below 

Author: Danu