"Broken" is a raw, emotional ballad that explores the pain of estrangement, the complexity of unresolved love, and the quiet hope for reconciliation. With stripped-back vocals and a confessional tone, the track moves through themes of regret, inner conflict, and personal growth. It's a song about the unspoken — the silence between words, the weight of past misunderstandings, and the fragile hope that some bonds might still be mended.

Broken

I am Jules and JAI are my initials.  I am a singer songwriter from the Olympic Peninsula in Washington.   My signature sound is my 3 and4 part harmonies.  I play rhythm guitar, drums, percussion and sing all vocals.  I use GarageBand to record and complete the tracks on my own learning as I go.  I use AI for scoring, mixing and mastering as well as stem tracks when needed.  I hold copyrights on all my music and am open to collabs or sync licensing opportunities.

Kirby Howarth is a talented singer-songwriter hailing from the picturesque city of York in the United Kingdom. With a captivating blend of folk, indie, and blues influences, Kirby's music weaves together heartfelt storytelling, soulful melodies, and raw emotions.

Drawing inspiration from personal experiences and the world around him, Kirby creates songs that resonate deeply with listeners. His lyrics are poignant and introspective, offering a glimpse into the human condition and the complexities of life. Accompanied by his soul-stirring acoustic guitar, Kirby's warm and emotive voice carries his melodies with a graceful authenticity that leaves a lasting impression.

Kirby's talent has garnered recognition beyond the local scene, with his music being featured on esteemed platforms such as BBC Radio 2 and BBC Radio 6, as well as receiving widespread airplay on various local radio stations. His performances are characterised by an intimate and genuine connection with the audience, where each song becomes a shared experience that touches hearts and lingers in the memory.

“Acoustic laid back new wave punk indie folk with a sprinkle of deep meaningful day to day observations on how the world goes round and round and round and sometimes I actually notice this happening and decide it’s worthy enough to write a song about.”
- Kirby Howarth

"In the years I’ve been tracking the progress of York singer songwriter Kirby Howarth it’s been fascinating to hear him refining his approach and zeroing in on the sound he’s been hearing inside his head all these years.
As a result, his songs grow ever more focussed and appealing"
- Tom Robinson, BBC Radio 6

" A strong collection of songs, well written and delivered. The vocal styling is distinctive and appealing - you connect emotionally with the listener."
- Tom Robinson, BBC Radio 6

" That's another fantastic song everyone's a gem from you, you write really really nice songs Kirby."
- Alan Raw, BBC Radio Leeds Introducing