UK-based singer and songwriter Patrick Griffin releases his first track this year. "A Different Drum" blends influences from some of his most revered songwriters, and combines elements of folk, pop, jazz, and soul in a moving ode to the once-in-a-lifetime moments that make us who we are.

"A Different Drum" was recently aired on BBC Introducing, and saw Griffin featured as Artist of the Week. This raw and poignant combination of intimate vocals and positivity delivers an encouraging message of hope by joining elements of acoustic guitar, shaker, and a resounding solo on the electric guitar. Patrick Griffin explores a sense of personal vulnerability and spiritual openness with a simple message of appreciation for what life has to offer when we are willing to make it up as we go along.

Cherish those chances
That so quietly come
Let your heart beat
Let your heart beat
Beat to a different drum

This song is featured on our Indie Rock playlist.

Patrick Griffin's fans voted him to victory in our Weekly Song Contest.