Callum Padgham Releases Debut EP ‘Love Is the Centre of the Universe
Melbourne-based artist Callum Padgham has unveiled his debut EP ‘Love is the Centre of the Universe’, a jubilant and heartfelt release featuring 2 brand-new singles plus 2 singles that have already received 500K+ TikTok views, 50+ radio spins & national press coverage.
Dropping on vinyl and all streaming services, this 4-track pop odyssey is a meticulously-crafted
labour of love that took Callum and an army of 27 collaborators – from international composers to legendary turntablists – 3 years to create. Born from lived-experiences, Callum’s lyrical themes share an immediately apparent sense of purpose at their core – to meaningfully improve as many lives as possible.
“I’m so proud of the perspective I’ve gained through life’s challenges and I feel a profound sense of responsibility to help others find this within themselves, too!”
CALLUM PADGHAM
In addition to the acclaimed breakout singles ‘Everything is a Blessing’ & ‘When I Was a Little Boy’,
the EP also features 2 never-before-heard singles as intimate as they are universal:
Whatever I Need I Already Have, a Tim Minchin-esque piano-pop anthem of gratitude, boasting a stunning orchestral arrangement by US-based composer Samuel PK Smith (Keeping Up with the Kardashians) and Honour Yourself by Honouring Others, a 90’s-inspired ode to self-care, featuring bespoke vinyl scratching by luminary Melbourne turntablist Agent 86 (DJ of the Year, Inpress).
Alongside the EP, Callum Padgham presents the extraordinary official music video for ‘Whatever I Need I Already Have’, a fly-on-the-wall glimpse into the studio, capturing a truly unique recording process:
Both the song and music video were created on the same day, from scratch.
“I vividly remember a sense of nervous energy – this was the first time we’d all been in the same room together, let alone made any music… I first showed the band my demo at 9am and somehow, by the end of the day, we had a finished song AND video!” CALLUM PADGHAM
From DJing at Burning Man in the USA and Balance Festival in Croatia, to supporting Aussie icons Sneaky Sound System, Flight Facilities, Eskimo Joe, and hosting some of the world’s top DJs on his ground-breaking talk show Coburg Up Late, Callum Padgham (AKA DJ Be Kind to Other People) first stepped out from the DJ booth at the end of last year with his uplifting debut single
‘Everything is a Blessing’, to joyous acclaim:
“A phenomenal launch for the artist, blending perfectly executed pop hooks with genuine, deep-seated creative vision.” BROKEN 8 MUSIC
“An irresistibly upbeat debut from a true creative spirit.” THE AU REVIEW
Then, Callum defied all expectations with the release of his follow-up single ‘When I Was a Little Boy’ – a touching & vulnerable self-portrait of the artist’s life-long journey from shame to self-love – capturing a universal truth and transmuting pain into positivity.
“Highlighting an incredible songwriting talent… When I Was a Little Boy is a beautiful ballad that enriches the human spirit and will most likely leave your eyes a little moist.” SCENESTR
“Sonically gentle yet emotionally heavy, ‘…Little Boy’ is a testament to Padgham’s artistic evolution.”
AAA BACKSTAGE
“Padgham continues to prove he is one of Melbourne’s most versatile and brave creatives.”
BROKEN 8 MUSIC
Now, Callum Padgham leaves it all out on the table with his complete debut EP
‘Love is the Centre of the Universe’ – a wholehearted body of work that reminds us of the profoundly simple truth that beneath all of life’s dramas & distractions, love is the ultimate motivator.
“Honestly, I couldn’t imagine naming my debut EP anything else…
Through every adversity, I have truly found that love is all there is.”
CALLUM PADGHAM
‘Love is the Centre of the Universe’ is out Tuesday July 28th on vinyl and all streaming platforms
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