South London based singer-songwriter Louis Vann Johnson is best described as a force to be reckoned with. Having played for European artist Patrice Bart-Williams, being featured on BBC London with Robert Elms, performing at Glastonbury as well as writing and performing for various film soundtracks (notably ‘The Hatton Garden Job, ‘Brotherhood’ and critically acclaimed ‘Obey’), the powerful songwriter takes centre stage in emotive new single ‘Backfired’. Blending layers of R&B, Soul and Pop within the latest release, this reflective number brings light to the world’s darkness.

On the enchanting new single, Louis Vann Johnson explains, “Backfired is about finding a relationship in a state of chaos. It explores the journey of recognising, understanding and eventually accepting that there are fundamental incompatibilities/differences in that relationship that cannot be solved overnight.
The song is the beginning of an inward journey where many people have found themselves. It also hints at possible compatibility but it is often hindered/restricted by deeper issues within each individual. Backfired is the first step on this inward journey on my E.P 34/7.”

“Backfired” comes in a time of need for the world and could be called a helping hand for millions across the globe. The past year has been tough for the world, including musicians too. Louis was set to support X Factor Runner Up Jahmene Douglas for his UK tour but unfortunately, the tour was postponed due to the pandemic. Set to resume next year, Louis could even find himself touring the UK as a headline slot if ‘Backfired’ is anything to go by.

As a multi-instrumentalist and producer, Louis refuses to be limited to one avenue with his music and comes across as a true, versatile player. Coated with a soothing soundscape filled with hope, ‘Backfired’ is dynamic and able to steal your full attention. Written with friend Jordan Thomas, the track was originally written for another artist but Louis resonated with it and made it his own.

Music has always been a strong part of Louis’ life - literally, he could whistle properly at 18 months old! Being able to tell who the artist was after the first seconds from a young age too, Louis is a natural-born artist. Naturally creating music by ear, Louis’ music career firmly began when he attended The Brit School of Performing Arts (he also featured in the 10 week documentary about the Brit School). Influenced by the likes of Michael Jackson, Stevie Wonder, Prince, George Benson, Quincy Jones, Bob Marley and Craig David to name a few, Louis Vann Johnson oozes with star quality and could even find his name in lights next to his inspirations one day.

Louis Vann Johnson’s ‘Backfired’ is out worldwide on July 7th.