One of Time Out’s rising stars of 2015, Will Varley has unveiled details of his forthcoming album. ‘Postcards From Ursa Minor’ will be released on CD and vinyl through Xtra Mile Recordings.

Produced by Tristan Ivemy and mastered at Abbey Road by Frank Arkwright (Arcade Fire, Blur) ‘Postcards From Ursa Minor’ is a master-class in song-writing that pushes the boundaries of the ‘one man and a guitar’ format. From rowdy drinking songs with sprawling chaotic arrangements to his sparse solo performances he covers a range of subjects with his trademark sprinkling of social commentary, politics and wry humour.

Observing the world and the plight of humanity as if perched cross-legged on the edge of the moon, Varley’s existential themes cover the planet’s lonely existence within the universe as well focusing in to tackle the everyday minutia of human life.

Will signed to Xtra Mile Recordings backstage at the Royal Albert Hall just moments before he performed on stage supporting Frank Turner as part of the Teenage Cancer Trust charity gig. The 27-year-old rambling singer-songwriter from Kent is a self-made man who, on one recent tour, walked 500 miles with a guitar on his back, playing shows along the way. He makes his own music videos. He co-runs his own record label and music festival, Smugglers. As if mirroring his work ethic, his songs pack narrative detail. Each three or four minutes is earthy and punchy, rolling and rollicking upon barely-concealed anger.

Varley will be supporting label-mate Frank Turner throughout November on his huge sold out UK tour, playing to over 35,000 people. There will be a full UK and European headline dates to follow in early 2016.

Excellent… blew me away…”- Q Magazine

“Powerful, political and pertinent”- The Independent

Treading the balance between humour and hurt, his lyrics are both original and eloquent” – 1883 Magazine

For fans of: Frank Turner, Passenger, Ed Sheeran, Beans On Toast, Ben Howard, Laura Marling