Emerging singer-songwriter Steve Stinson steps into the spotlight with his debut single “Always On My Mind,” a heartfelt and introspective release that signals the beginning of a deeply personal new chapter. The track serves as the first preview of his forthcoming album Cocoon, a project shaped by years of movement, reflection, and quiet creative persistence.
Born in Stillwater, Oklahoma and raised between the United States and Australia, Stinson’s journey has been anything but linear. First encouraged to pursue songwriting at just ten years old, after a pivotal moment with a teacher who recognized his creative instincts, he has spent years honing his craft behind the scenes, even while building a career outside of music. Now based in Papua New Guinea, his work reflects a life lived across cultures, grounded in observation, memory, and emotional honesty.
Blending elements of blues, folk, and Americana, “Always On My Mind” introduces Stinson’s sound with understated confidence. Rooted in rich storytelling and melodic warmth, the track draws inspiration from the lyrical depth of Bob Dylan, paired with the atmospheric sensibilities of Coldplay and The Fray. The result is a song that feels both timeless and immediate, familiar in tone, yet distinctly personal in voice.
Written during his time living in Sydney and brought to life in collaboration with producer Dan Frizza, the single captures a sense of emotional distance and quiet longing. Its gentle instrumentation and reflective pacing allow the songwriting to take centre stage, inviting listeners into a space that feels intimate, unguarded, and sincere.
“Always On My Mind” also sets the tone for Cocoon, a forthcoming album that explores transformation, how we grow, adapt, and reshape ourselves through the experiences that define us. Across the record, Stinson leans into themes of change, identity, and the passage of time, creating music that resonates with anyone navigating life’s quieter turning points.
With his debut release, Steve Stinson establishes himself as a storyteller first and foremost, an artist less concerned with spectacle and more focused on connection. It’s a measured, meaningful introduction that hints at a body of work rooted in authenticity and lived experience.
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