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Your music often blends vulnerability with polished pop production—how would you describe your artistic identity right now?
My artistic identity is honestly in a state of flux right now - I’m growing a lot in confidence in some ways, but I still experience the same doubts and anxieties that I always have, so my artistic identity is a dichotomy of the confident queer man I’ve grown into that is still plagued by the thoughts of what created “Lostchild” in the first place.
Can you tell us the story behind your new single “Never Sleep”? What inspired it emotionally or creatively?
“Never Sleep” was written, with the help of my super talented friend and artist Janethan, about the endless nights that I lie awake unable to sleep, listening to my tinnitus and thinking about all my regrets, worrying about the future, doubting myself and whether it’s all worth it. I think the pulse of the bass and the endless looping of the synths represents that never-ending dread that I feel, and I know that in 2026 I’m definitely not alone.
The title “Never Sleep” feels intense and evocative—what does it represent for you personally?
“Never Sleep” I think represents my inability to ever truly rest. My mind is always going and I dread going to bed because it means there’ll be a long period of tossing and turning that will might last the entire night.
How did the songwriting and production process for “Never Sleep” differ from your previous releases?
“Never Sleep” was actually written in its first form in 2017 and was never used. Then last year I came across some old demos, of which this was one, and played it my partner, and we agreed that there was potential there. But because it was such a personal song for me, I needed a new pair of ears to help me finish the track, and my friend Janethan stepped in and helped me turn it into the emotionally charged pop epic it is today.
As a queer artist in the UK music scene, how has your identity shaped the themes and messages in your work?
I think that my queer point of view is one I put front and centre in my music. A lot of the pain I’ve experienced in my life has stemmed from my experience as a gay men, so I would say ever song I write is distinctly from a queer perspective, because it’s the most authentic way I can connect with my listeners.
Were there any specific sounds, artists, or cultural influences that helped shape “Never Sleep”?
I think Robyn’s mix of sad and euphoric was a big influence here, as well as the deep emotions of one of my favourite albums, “Ray of Light” by Madonna.
Your work spans singing, songwriting, and producing—how do you balance these roles when creating a track?
In order to effectively channel myself as an artist, I have to treat Lostchild the artist and Lostchild the producer as two different people. Sometimes I’ll email myself thoughts and notes as if I was my own client!
What do you hope listeners—especially within the LGBTQ+ community—take away from “Never Sleep”?
I just hope that listeners just feel like screaming “1, 2, 3am” at the ceiling of their bedrooms as they lie awake at night! As for queer listeners, I hope it reminds them that they are not alone in the thoughts of low self-worth and self-doubt that they have when they try to go to sleep. I don’t have a solution for why the world is so against us as a community right now but I know that we are many and aren’t going anywhere.
How has being based in London influenced your music and creative opportunities?
London allows me to gig as a queer male artist which is a massive privilege. There is a small but loyal and welcoming scene for queer artists and performers in London that allows for opportunities and friendships you just can’t get anywhere else as a queer musician.
What’s next for you after “Never Sleep”? Can fans expect more releases, collaborations, or live performances soon?
I’m currently working on my debut album, a tough but exciting task, and there are several collaborations with other queer artists on it which I’m very excited about, and which you might hear sooner than you think! In the meantime I’m supporting the awesome Ryan Cassata on the UK dates of his tour in Manchester at the Night and Day Café on May 19th and in London at The Camden Club on May 21st. They will be 2 spectacular evenings of queer music!