Hailing from the east coast of England, Liang Lawrence represents a unique voice that bridges genres. After reaching his first million streams with the 2024 release of the letters to myself EP, his 2025 single Kiss My Apocalypse elevated him to an Ivor Novello Rising Star nomination. This journey is a quiet yet powerful manifesto of melody-driven storytelling.
Origins and the Echo of a Nomadic Story
Due to his father’s job, Liang lived in eight different countries by the age of 18 — including Japan, New Zealand, Malaysia, Kuwait, and San Francisco. With a background in biology, he brings a storyteller’s mind to his music. Teaching himself guitar and ukulele, he carved out a path centered around emotion and honest expression.
Musical Universe: letters to myself & What’s Dead and Gone
His debut EP letters to myself, released in 2023, surpassed one million streams in just a few weeks, offering listeners a carefully crafted narrative journey. The follow-up, What’s Dead and Gone, marked the peak of his vocal and songwriting power. Tracks like “Eulogy,” “Use Me,” and “If Only” blend simplicity with sincerity, facing emotional fragility head-on. Atwood Magazine described this era as “masterful storytelling and unforgettable melodies.”
“Kiss My Apocalypse” – A Bold Declaration of Love
Released in November 2024, Kiss My Apocalypse transforms the experience of love into a fearless confession. Built on fuzzy, serotonin-laced guitars, it’s not just a summer love anthem — it’s the sound of passion spoken out loud. Liang himself describes the song as:
“Probably the least casual way you could tell someone that you want to spend the rest of your life with them.”
The single marked his rise following his live debut show — a sold-out performance at London’s Omeara that solidified his growing momentum.
2025 Ivor Novello Rising Star Nomination
In 2025, Liang Lawrence was nominated for the Ivor Novello Rising Star Award — one of the most prestigious honors celebrating songwriting in Britain and Ireland.
Musical Style & Influences
Liang’s style weaves through indie folk, soft rock, and electronic touches. Often compared to Clairo, The Japanese House, beabadoobee, and boygenius, his music is defined by emotional authenticity and a modern sense of connection.
Upcoming Live Shows & Next Steps
A fall 2025 tour is on the horizon, with shows planned in Manchester, London, Glasgow, and Birmingham. He’s also making waves on industry platforms like BBC Introducing Showcase and has shared stages with artists like Honne (China and North America tour), New Rules, Sophie May, and Bully.
⸻Final Word: A Scientist’s Voice, a Heart Migrant’s Story
Liang Lawrence is a storyteller rooted in science. Every song he writes carries both the weight and the liberation of emotion. Kiss My Apocalypse brings together his nomadic past, inner vulnerability, and the emotional intensity of the modern age into a crystalline melody.
Listening to Liang is more than a musical experience — it’s a lyrical journey across cultures, stitched into the human spirit.
