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Treading Water

Artist: Quiet Man
Label: independent
Impact date: out now
ROTD featured date: Thursday 13 November 2025

We say

Glasgow-based singer-songwriter Quiet Man continues his impressive trajectory with 'Treading Water', a hauntingly introspective track that drifts between melancholy and hope. Following his RotD-featured single ‘Pretty Tough’, it’s another striking showcase of his emotionally raw, stripped-back sound. With its lo-fi guitars, intimate production and raw, emotive vocals, 'Treading Water' is perfect for fans of Tom Odell, Bon Iver, and Olivia Dean. Recently nominated for BBC Introducing’s Scottish Act of the Year 2025, he’s earned backing from BBC Introducing (Scotland and London), plus key slots at Pitchfork, Live at Leeds and SWN Festival, and sold out his first Glasgow headline show in August. Streaming support has followed suit, with appearances on Spotify’s New Music Friday UK and multiple Apple Music editorial playlists. Honest, stripped-back and deeply human, ‘Treading Water’ is a must listen. 

Contact

Label: Independent
Press & Online: Ben Broyd, Nightswim Agency
Management: Paul Gibson
Photo Credit: Jamie Turner


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