April Lawlor, known mononymously as April, is a 22-year-old singer-songwriter from County Kildare, Ireland, now based in London. She first gained attention in late 2019 with a self-released SoundCloud track that quickly picked up momentum. In early 2020, she released her debut EP New Conditions, followed by Luna, a four-track EP created during lockdown through Zoom sessions with Fred Macpherson and Kojaque.
April’s music is marked by emotionally driven pop with deep lyrical content. Standout singles like “The Impossible Task of Feeling Complete” have garnered significant attention, with over a million streams on Spotify. Her more recent single, “Someone That I Made,” produced by Clarence Clarity, reflects on her Irish roots and the concept of finding comfort in familiar places and family. Written alone in her bedroom during lockdown, the track conveys the isolation and growth she experienced while away from home.
In 2023, April’s growing popularity saw her continue to release new music, with plans for more touring in the UK and Ireland(Wikipedia)(District Magazine). With her mix of introspective lyrics and catchy pop beats, April is positioned as one of the rising voices from Ireland’s music scene. More music and projects are expected as she navigates her promising career.