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Callum Sutton – Give You Something (2025)

Singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Callum Sutton has delivered a musical statement steeped in soul, honesty, and spiritual uplift with ‘Give You Something’, lifted from his forthcoming album The Union.

This genre-defying, time-bending slice of gospel-infused rock ‘n’ soul was pulled from the pages of a decade-long creative journey. Originally penned in his early twenties while busking in the streets of Canterbury, ‘Give You Something’ carries the weight of its own history. Sutton describes being inspired at the time by blues and folk legends T-Bone Walker, Little Milton, Bob Dylan, and you can hear those fingerprints all over the track. Yet, what makes this song so compelling is not its nostalgia, but its evolution. Years later, the piece re-emerges with a refined arrangement and rich production that show just how far Sutton has come, both personally and musically.

The track opens with a smoky groove that feels intimate and lived-in. Sutton’s vocal performance is raw and magnetic, blending gritty emotional delivery with precise control. His voice stretches and strains in all the right places, evoking the power of gospel preachers and soul frontmen without slipping into caricature. There’s something deeply authentic about how he carries the melody; he’s not just singing at the listener, he’s offering a piece of himself.

Instrumentally, the song is a slow build to a cathartic release. Sutton handles guitar and harmonica duties, grounding the song in earthiness, but it’s the Hammond B3 organ, gospel backing vocals, and groove-driven percussion that lift ‘Give You Something’ into the stratosphere. The extended outro is a standout moment, mantra-like backing vocals swirl while the organ soars, the rhythm section tightens, and Sutton lets his voice off the leash. It’s a release of tension and a celebration all in one, spiritual in every sense.

What sets Sutton apart from many retro-soul revivalists is his refusal to imitate. ‘Give You Something’ is not a costume; it’s a conversation with tradition. His self-production feels intentional and intimate, with no trace of over-polish. Everything breathes, flows, and moves with a human touch. You can hear the years behind the song, the long road it took to get here, and that makes the payoff even more satisfying.

‘Give You Something’ is a generous offering from an artist clearly stepping into his prime. As anticipation builds for The Union, Sutton has positioned himself as a singular voice in the UK’s modern soul and roots scene. This single doesn’t ask for attention; it commands it, quietly and confidently. And it delivers on its title, giving listeners something real, something raw, and something rare.


Find out more about Callum Sutton on his Instagram, Bandcamp, Facebook, Spotify, and official website.


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