GAZ Unveils ‘My New Skin’

2024-09-20Last Updated: 2024-09-20

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GAZ Unveils ‘My New Skin’ – UK-born, South African-based singer-songwriter GAZ has released his new single and lyric video titled ‘My New Skin’. Produced by SAMA-winning producer Mark Beling, this track is the title of his forthcoming album and represents a pivotal moment in GAZ’s musical and personal journey.

“I’ve always written about love, life, loss, and renewal,” GAZ shares. “This time, the inspiration came from deep within – a letter to myself, both past and present. ‘My New Skin’ is about shedding the weight of the past and stepping into a future filled with warmth and love. The journey has been deeply personal, but I hope it inspires others to reflect on their own paths and find their own renewal.”

A Journey of Transformation

The creation of ‘My New Skin’ wasn’t without its challenges. After recording the initial tracks, GAZ and his family were confronted with Kim’s diagnosis. Despite this, the recording process continued. GAZ’s vision and Mark Beling’s production captured the raw emotion behind the song.

“Recording My New Skin was seamless,” GAZ adds. “Mark brought incredible atmosphere to the track, especially with the guitar and ambient layers. We recorded it at his studio, but once Kim’s illness was diagnosed, everything else took a backseat. Yet, the song came together beautifully, almost as if it was always meant to reflect this moment in our lives.”

‘My New Skin’ delves into themes of personal growth and renewal, offering a deeply introspective experience. Written before his wife Kim’s breast cancer diagnosis, the song now carries additional significance, resonating with her courageous fight and recovery.

GAZ describes the track as a liberating journey of shedding old layers of pain, anxiety, and fear, and embracing a future filled with love, light, and hope.

More About GAZ

Garry McCluskey, known by his stage name GAZ, has been in South Africa’s music scene for decades. As the former front man of 1990s rock band CRUSH, Garry enjoyed chart-topping success. Thereafter, he decided to take a hiatus.

In 2020, he reignited his passion for music under his solo project GAZ. His signature sound, marked by soulful vocals and introspective lyrics, has continued to win over audiences with each release.

GAZ’s debut solo album ‘My New Skin’ produced by Mark Beling, is scheduled for release towards the end of 2024. Several singles, including ‘Slow Down’, ‘Lullaby For The World’, and ‘Pay To Breathe’, have already achieved critical acclaim, securing spots on international and local radio charts. Fans can look forward to a full-band live performance to mark the album’s anticipated release.

Stream ‘My New Skin’ here