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James Alyn steps into the spotlight with introspective debut solo album '2019'

James Alyn steps into the spotlight with introspective debut solo album '2019'

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James Alyn is ready for his solo era. The indie-pop singer-songwriter — previously known as one half of international duo HYBS — has just dropped his debut solo album, 2019, a deeply personal and emotive journey through change, growth, and healing.

Crafted during the introspective quiet of the global pandemic, 2019 is more than an album — it's a musical journal. Across 11 heartfelt tracks, Alyn reflects on past chapters, navigates the push and pull of nostalgia, and ultimately embraces the unknown with quiet strength.

The spotlight single, also titled ‘2019’, stands at the album's emotional core. With soul-stirring melodies and candid lyricism, it captures the bittersweet weight of letting go. Its accompanying music video, out now, takes that message one step further — shot in a single continuous take, the video follows Alyn through moments of memory and motion, mirroring the song’s intimate journey.

“Let it go,” he sings. It’s a simple refrain that hits deep — a reminder that moving on can be as gentle as it is brave.

Here’s the full tracklist for 2019:

  • ‘2019’

  • ‘Motel Lovers’

  • ‘Take My Body’

  • ‘Dim The Lights’

  • ‘Show Me Your Love’

  • ‘What You Waiting For?’

  • ‘A Little More’

  • ‘Together’

  • ‘Now and Ever’

  • ‘Fool’

  • ‘Walk Out The Door’

As a solo act, Alyn brings both familiar charm and fresh perspective. Backed by a seasoned band he’s performed with for over a decade, his live shows promise an immersive indie-pop experience — blending hits from his HYBS days with his solo catalogue.