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Early Work and "A Song For Every Moon"
(2014-2018)' In 2014, Major released his debut EP
"Live" on
Virgin Records. After parting ways with the label, he launched a self-directed project in 2016 to write, record and release one song every month for a year. The project culminated in his critically acclaimed debut album
"A Song For Every Moon" (2017), an R&B-tinged collection that established his reputation for intimate, narrative songwriting. Following the release, Major embarked on extensive touring, including a headline run across North America, multiple sold-out shows in Europe, and support slots on the
Sam Smith UK arena tour. He made his US television debut performing
Easily on
The Late Late Show with James Corden in February 2018, '''
"To Let a Good Thing Die" (2019-2022)''' Major released his second album
"To Let a Good Thing Die" in June 2020. The album included collaborations with producer
Finneas and featured fan favourites such as
"Nothing" and
"The Most Beautiful Thing." "Easily" from his debut album was certified Platinum in the United States and Gold in Canada and Australia while
"Nothing" was certified gold in the United States and charted internationally, reaching No. 63 on the Irish Singles Chart '''
"Columbo" and Continued Success (2023 - Present)''' In 2023, Major returned with his third studio album
"Columbo", released on 14th July. Written largely on acoustic guitar and produced alongside longtime collaborator Finlay Robson (Phairo),
"Columbo" was praised for its lyrical depth and musical range. Inspired by a period of personal transformation and self-reflection during and after the COVID-19 pandemic, the record explored themes of identity, love, loss and self-discovery. The album was preceded by the singles
"We Were Never Really Friends" and
"Columbo" and features highlights such as
"Tears in Rain",
"Tell Her" and
"You Take the High Road". Reinforcing Major's reputation as a captivating live performer, the release was followed by another sold-out global tour spanning 54 cities across 22 countries and drawing over 70,000 fans throughout Southeast Asia, North America, Europe, Australia and East Asia. ==Musical Style and Influences==