Alexander Carson
Alexander Carson is a non-binary singer-songwriter/composer based in Norwich Norfolk, United Kingdom. Carson first picked up the piano at age 4 (which is especially difficult considering the weight) and was classically trained, their music reflects this discipline and sounds like a cross between Chopin and Rufus Wainwright. inspired by the mundanity of modernity Carson aims to articulate the absurdity of human existence in their music. This is all presented with a surrealist sense of humour to soften the often melancholic timbre of the music. Essentially their music is trying to set one Oscar Wilde quote to music: "Life is much too important a thing ever to talk seriously about"
Carson’s 4th album “Triptych” (recorded with Mercury Award Nominee Ed Harcourt) is being released throughout 2026 and 2027 with the first chapter titled “Anemoia” released between Feb and June 2026. This campaign garnered strong support from BBC6 Music with airplay plus an interview with Guy Garvey on his Finest Hour "The level of exploration and care puts me in mind of some of mid Talk Talk's work and also that flare for journey that bands like Alt J have." - Guy Garvey (BBC6 / Elbow) As well as reviews from:
Dork / Earmilk / Babystep Magazine (interview) / On the Huh (Podcast) / Recent and Decent (live review) / NTS radio (Coby Sey) and more.
Chapter 2 of “Triptych” will be released in September 2026.
Press Quotes:
"It rings very true to me...Very sad, and very beautiful." - Guy Garvey (Elbow) BBC6 Music
““Lovers” is a perfect blend of modern songwriting and classical musicianship.” - Line of Best Fit
“Sounding at times like an Irish prayer and others a bit Bowie-ish, but never dull or less challenging.” - Where the Music Meets
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