“Are you there? I can’t hear you through the phone,
Your voice is small and I feel so alone.”

That line from Ollie Gullick’s song captures a lot of what his music is about—connection, disconnection, and that odd space in between where we often live. There’s something so raw and unfiltered about it, like you’re listening to someone trying to reach out from miles away, through a bad signal, hoping you’ll understand what’s left unsaid. Gullick’s music takes that kind of emotional intensity and runs with it, blending personal stories with the universal longing we all feel at different points in life.

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Ollie Gullick, a young musician and songwriter, has poured his heart into his latest EP, Forget About Me. This collection of six tracks marks different chapters of his teenage years, capturing his growth from 14 to 18. Each song reflects a distinct stage of his life, spanning from England to Abu Dhabi to the U.S., with all the identity crises and breakthroughs along the way.

The fact that Gullick is openly gay adds another layer of complexity to his music, especially given the diverse cultural landscapes he’s navigated. Coming-of-age stories can sometimes feel generic, but this one doesn’t. It’s deeply personal, as if the EP tells the story of growing up, of learning to be seen—and learning to see himself—in a world that constantly shifts beneath his feet. There’s plenty of vulnerability in these tracks, but there’s also an undercurrent of hope, the idea that even in the midst of confusion and self-discovery, there’s something worth holding onto.

Musically, Gullick draws on the influences of iconic sound. He’s clearly spent time absorbing the greats, whether it’s the Britpop vibes from his early days in England or the more expansive, genre-blurring stuff you hear in American indie scenes. But Gullick’s genius is in taking those influences and crafting something that feels unmistakably his own.

The EP Forget About Me opens with the instrumental track “Introduction,” setting a tone that’s both understated and profound. The gentle strings immediately create a sense of depth, a kind of quiet melancholy that pulls you in, preparing you for what’s to come. As the melody slowly unfolds, it leaves you in a contemplative state—right before the next track wipes it all away.

“Forget About Me” bursts onto the scene, a bright pop track that takes you by surprise. With an impeccable saxophone solo and a sharp, lively rhythm, the song injects a stylish spark into the EP. Ollie Gullick’s smooth, emotive vocals and the unexpected shifts in the track’s structure reveal him as an artist who isn’t afraid to experiment.

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Next up, “The Way You Grow” changes the game again. Heavy, groovy rock guitars blend seamlessly with airy keys and that sweet saxophone, while Ollie’s soaring pop vocals transform into something raw and punk-infused. This track brims with energy, anger, and a sense of freedom. Honestly? Flawless.

What I love about this EP is how every track carries its own unique vibe, offering something fresh with each new listen. Take “The Elephant,” for example, where light acoustic guitars shimmer with hints of gentle folk and country. Here, Ollie’s voice takes on a melancholic, comforting tone. It’s a tender track, with lyrics that elevate the entire EP to a new, more meaningful level. I’m a fan of how this song fills the space with a subtle, dark haze, punctuated by that airy saxophone, shifting the mood in such a textured way. It’s an incredibly rich track.

Then comes “There We Go,” where anxious drum rhythms, deep sax, and floating keys create an intimate atmosphere. It’s the kind of song that makes you want to dream of more while sitting with that lingering sense of melancholy. The vocals are front and center here, almost pleading at times, giving the track a depth that’s hard to shake off.

The EP closes with the explosive rock anthem “Turn Around and See.” It’s as if Ollie saved the brightest, most passionate performance for last, making sure the EP ends with a bang. His vocals here are stylish and almost theatrical, with sharp hooks and a relentless energy that delivers the perfect climax.

Forget About Me is a unique, multifaceted EP. The emotions on this record, much like its sound, soar on fiery guitar and sax solos before plunging into the depths of melancholy with Ollie Gullick’s soulful voice. You get the sense that these songs are Ollie’s way of processing, but also of sharing—offering a hand to anyone else feeling similarly lost or misunderstood. At times, you might even feel like you’re experiencing the many sides of yourself, all coexisting in harmony within the same consciousness. Absolutely brilliant!

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