Kerr Mercer
Unveils Infectious, Soulful New Single
‘Stop Me Dead’
Out Now via AWAL
Main Stage Performance @ TRNSMT, Glasgow
Sunday, June 21st
Supports Lewis Capaldi
LEEDS, American Express presents Roundhay Festival – July 4th
LONDON, American Express presents BST Hyde Park – July 11th & 12th
Listen Back To Kerr’s BBC Introducing Session for Jess Izatt
Rising Scottish singer-songwriter Kerr Mercer unveils his infectious, soulful new single ‘Stop Me Dead’.
Laced with immediate hooks from the off, the new release follows the viral success of previous singles ‘Love Me Twice’ & ‘Terrified’. Formerly titled ‘Wasted’, ‘Stop Me Dead’ explores the chaos and intensity of a reckless situationship, delivering another emotionally charged pop anthem from one of Scotland’s most exciting emerging artists. Listen here.
Long before releasing music, the Lanarkshire-born artist was already selling out venues across the UK, building a fiercely loyal fanbase through live performances and viral online clips – catching early attention from the BBC. Making the deliberate decision to tour extensively before releasing any music, Kerr allowed real audiences to connect with his songs first, creating an organic and devoted following.
His debut single ‘Alcohol’ arrived last year and has already surpassed one million streams, followed by the deeply emotional ‘Terrified’ and the breakout success of ‘Love Me Twice’. Kerr has also earned the support of some of the industry’s biggest artists, including Teddy Swims, Myles Smith and Lewis Capaldi.
Recent months have seen Kerr continue his rapid rise. Following a standout performance at The Great Escape, he recently recorded a stunning live session at Maida Vale Studios for Jess Iszatt’s BBC Introducing radio show.
From early open mic nights in Glasgow to sold-out headline shows at King Tut’s Wah Wah Hut, Kerr’s reputation as a must-see live performer has grown rapidly. A sold-out UK headline tour further cemented his status as one of Scotland’s most promising new artists.
Looking ahead, Kerr is set to perform the biggest shows of his career – firstly opening the main stage at TRNSMT on Sunday, June 21st, followed by supporting Lewis Capaldi at Roundhay Park in Leeds on July 4th, and then BST Hyde Park in London on July 11th & 12th.
With ‘Stop Me Dead’, Kerr Mercer continues his remarkable momentum and offers another glimpse into a hugely exciting year ahead.
SHOW DATES
June
Sun 21st TRNSMT, Glasgow Green
July
Sat 4th Leeds, American Express presents Roundhay Festival
Sat 11th London, American Express presents BST Hyde Park SOLD OUT
Sun 12th London, American Express presents BST Hyde Park
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