Released on 25th September 2026, “Singing In My Soul” by Stroud-based singer-songwriter Hamishcarries the warmth of a song that has already travelled through decades, places, and countless personal moments. Originally appearing on his 1999 debut album “Picture In My Bag,” the track was produced by Les Penning, known for his work with Mike Oldfield, and emerged from a remarkably organic recording environment at Hatfield Court, a rambling, half-ruined mansion in Herefordshire. Local musicians gathered in an ancient oak-panelled drawing room, with the presence of an old wood-fired Aga adding to the atmosphere surrounding the sessions. That setting seems fitting for a song whose greatest strength is its sense of human closeness. Rather than sounding overly polished or distant, “Singing In My Soul” feels lived-in, intimate, and emotionally immediate.
At around seven minutes, the track takes its time to establish its atmosphere, allowing repetition and rhythm to become central to the listening experience. A steady, hypnotic pulse provides the foundation while warm layers of instrumentation gradually swell and recede, creating movement without disrupting the song’s meditative character. There is an appealing patience in the arrangement, as Hamish allows each musical element to settle before introducing subtle changes. This circular progression gives the song an immersive quality, making the repeated motifs feel less like repetition for its own sake and more like a musical mantra. The production leaves enough space for the individual textures to breathe, while the gradual development maintains an emotional pull from beginning to end.
Hamish’s vocal performance is equally important to the song’s character. His delivery is unadorned and sincere, favouring emotional conviction over vocal showmanship. The lead vocal sits naturally within the surrounding instrumentation, while backing harmonies add warmth and depth to the overall sound. At certain moments, his phrasing becomes rhythmic and almost percussive, before opening into longer, sustained notes that heighten the song’s sense of release. This contrast gives the performance an expressive fluidity, allowing the voice to become another instrument within the arrangement. The result is a vocal presence that feels personal rather than performed for effect, strengthening the atmosphere of spiritual reflection that runs throughout the recording.
Lyrically, “Singing In My Soul” centres on healing, devotion, comfort, and the possibility of finding relief after hardship. The recurring idea of someone singing within the soul becomes the emotional centre of the composition, representing a presence capable of bringing light into difficult moments. Images of pain being taken away and sunlight arriving through rain give the song a restorative quality, transforming personal struggle into an experience of renewal. The words work particularly well alongside the repetitive musical structure because they gradually take on the character of a mantra. With every return, the central message feels more deeply established, creating the sensation of moving from uncertainty toward peace.
The history surrounding the song adds another layer to its enduring appeal. Hamish wrote and performed it while travelling in New Zealand, where it became a hit on the folk charts and was later synced to a major television programme. Despite the commercial opportunity being complicated by a late PRS registration, the song found something more lasting than a financial success: a genuine connection with listeners. It has remained a staple at weddings and events since its original release, suggesting that its themes of devotion, emotional connection, and uplift have continued to resonate across different settings. Its longevity is also connected to the authenticity of the recording itself, which preserves the feeling of musicians creating something together in an atmospheric, unconventional space.
Singing In My Soul Is A Soulful, Atmospheric Journey Where Repetition, heartfelt vocals, and warm instrumentation transform themes of healing, devotion, comfort, and renewal
~ Faithfulness (Dulaxi Team)
That authenticity reflects Hamish’s wider musical journey. Born in 1972 and now based in Stroud, he draws from the songwriting traditions associated with Bob Dylan, David Bowie, Leonard Cohen, and Joni Mitchell, while his lifelong fascination with records spanning everything from Abba to Zappa has helped shape his broad musical perspective. His younger years were marked by hitch-hiking around the world with his guitar, experiences that inspired songs such as “Santa Cruz” and contributed to the stories embedded within his music. He later founded and ran the Rabbit Hole at Glastonbury Festival for 16 years, championing emerging artists and becoming a memorable figure within that community. Now creating music from his Cotswolds home with friends, Hamish continues a journey built around songwriting, friendship, exploration, and authenticity. “Singing In My Soul” therefore feels like more than a reintroduction to an old favourite; it is a reminder of the enduring power of a song created from genuine feeling and carried forward by the people who continue to hear themselves within it.
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