✨ Sunderland-born songwriter and producer Tom A. Smith is one of the brightest names representing the new generation of the UK indie scene.
Even early in his career, receiving praise from Sir Elton John—“He’s going to be a big star”—is enough to understand why he’s rising so quickly.
Smith’s music reflects the chaos, hopes, and emotional energy of youth with pure honesty—
modern coming-of-age stories written on guitar strings.
🎧 “What” is a summary of this new era:
questioning, miscommunication, uncertainty… but also an inner liberation.
With intense guitars and a high-energy vocal performance,
Smith captures emotional clarity amid chaos—like the voice of everything left unsaid.
💬 The track recalls both Arctic Monkeys’ lyrical wit and Sam Fender’s emotional openness.
Smith continues the characteristic “honest and shattering” narrative tradition from the north of England.
🔗 Apartman No:26 Note:
“What” proves Tom A. Smith is not only talented but a musician with character.
The song blends indie-pop’s melodic structure with alternative rock’s emotional rawness.
A youth story written in Sunderland’s cold winds—simple, sincere, impactful.
