Draft:Fraser Morgan
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Fraser Morgan is an English folk-punk singer-songwriter and musician from Colchester, Essex.{{cite web |last=Howard |first=Ben |title=Interview: Fraser Morgan and his 1000th show |url=https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/interview-fraser-morgan-and-his-1000th-show/ |website=Keep Colchester Cool |date=28 May 2024 |access-date=20 May 2025}} He is known for his high-energy live performances and relentless touring, having played over 1,000 shows on the UK grassroots circuit.{{cite web |title=Fraser Morgan Shines On Honest & Raw New Single 'Ruminating' |url=https://www.backseatmafia.com/track-fraser-morgan-shines-on-honest-raw-new-single-ruminating/ |website=Backseat Mafia |date=4 October 2024 |access-date=20 May 2025}} His music blends folk, punk, rap, and spoken word, drawing comparisons to artists such as Frank Turner, Jamie T, and Nizlopi.{{cite web |title=Fraser Morgan Shines On 'The Girl In The Library' |url=https://www.flexmusicblog.com/post/fraser-morgan-shines-on-the-girl-in-the-library |website=Flex Music |date=May 2025 |access-date=20 May 2025}} As an independent artist, he has been featured on BBC Music Introducing and covered by outlets including Atwood Magazine, Earmilk, and Music Crowns.{{cite web |last=Andrews |first=Lucas |title=Fraser Morgan drops anthem single 'The Girl In The Library' |url=https://www.musiccrowns.org/new-music/fraser-morgan-drops-anthem-single-the-girl-in-the-library/ |website=Music Crowns |date=2 May 2025 |access-date=20 May 2025}}
Early life
Morgan was raised in Colchester, Essex. He began writing music in his teens and cites early influences including Ed Sheeran and Luke Concannon of Nizlopi. In interviews, he has spoken openly about overcoming homelessness, abuse, and mental health challenges in his youth, which shaped his songwriting and outlook.
Career
By 2024, Morgan had performed over 1,000 live shows across the UK. He celebrated his 1000th show with a sold-out headline gig at the Colchester Arts Centre in June 2024 — his first ticketed headliner — which also raised money for LGBTQ+ and homeless charities.
In November 2024, Morgan released his debut EP, I Hope You Can’t Relate, through Sad Buds Records.{{cite web |last=Sulley |first=Antonia |title=Fraser Morgan Shares Cathartic New EP 'I Hope You Can't Relate' |url=https://earmilk.com/2024/11/25/fraser-morgan-shares-cathartic-new-ep-i-hope-you-cant-relate/ |website=EARMILK |date=25 November 2024 |access-date=20 May 2025}} The lead single, "Ruminating", was praised for its emotional honesty and folk-punk production.
In May 2025, Morgan released "The Girl In The Library", the lead single from his second EP, Songs About Girls. The project was successfully crowdfunded by over 70 fans in less than 24 hours. Morgan supported the release with a 35-date UK tour and festival appearances including Boomtown Fair, Leestock, and the BBC Introducing stage at Latitude Festival.{{cite web |title=Fraser Morgan – Latitude Festival 2025 Lineup |url=https://www.latitudefestival.com/artists/fraser-morgan/ |website=Latitude Festival |access-date=20 May 2025}}
Musical style and influences
Morgan’s style combines acoustic folk, punk rock, and spoken-word delivery. His songs often reflect personal struggles and social themes, balancing seriousness with humor. Critics have compared him to Frank Turner, Jamie T, Beans on Toast, and Nizlopi.{{cite web |last=Jamie |first=H. |title=Track: Rising Folk-Punk Songwriter Fraser Morgan Shines On New Single 'Ruminating' |url=https://turtletempo.co.uk/2024/10/16/track-rising-folk-punk-songwriter-fraser-morgan-shines-on-new-single-ruminating/ |website=Turtle Tempo |date=16 October 2024 |access-date=20 May 2025}}
On stage, Morgan is known for his energetic performances, audience interaction, and self-deprecating humor, often mixing light-hearted banter with emotionally intense material.
Discography
= EPs =
= Selected singles =
- "Inebriation" (2020){{cite web |last=Bell |first=Amy |title=Exclusive Interview with Fraser Morgan on his new single 'Inebriation' and his 2020 plans |url=https://encorepopandinfluencer.wordpress.com/2020/02/05/exclusive-interview-with-fraser-morgan-on-his-new-single-inebriation-and-his-2020-plans/ |website=Encore Pop & Influencer |date=5 February 2020 |access-date=20 May 2025}}
- "Ruminating" (2024)
- "The Girl In The Library" (2025)
- "Fell In Love Again (Sexy Señorita)" (2023–24)
- "Mistakes Don’t Define You" (2023)
- "This Is My City" (2024)
- "Call Me Mate" (2023)
Reception and legacy
Backseat Mafia described I Hope You Can’t Relate as "an emotionally charged, cathartic journey".{{cite web |title=EP Review: Fraser Morgan – I Hope You Can't Relate |url=https://www.backseatmafia.com/ep-review-fraser-morgan-i-hope-you-cant-relate/ |website=Backseat Mafia |date=11 March 2025 |access-date=20 May 2025}} EARMILK praised Morgan’s lyrical depth and emotional delivery. Atwood Magazine noted that "in sharing his personal journey, Fraser Morgan creates a song that is both a refuge and a rallying cry".{{cite web |last=Holian |first=Danielle |title=Weekly Roundup: November 1, 2024 – 'Ruminating' – Fraser Morgan |url=https://atwoodmagazine.com/wr-roundup-2024-11-01/ |website=Atwood Magazine |date=1 November 2024 |access-date=20 May 2025}}
His connection to fans through live shows, direct communication, and crowdfunding has made him a rising figure in the UK folk-punk scene.