London based singer-songwriter Conil’s new single ‘Devil Leaving’, the opening track of his critically acclaimed album ‘Strange Part of the Country’, is a potent fusion of rock and urban statement. Backed by legendary double bass player Danny Thompson (John Martyn, Tim Buckley) and Peter Gabriel’s band, Conil combines his rousing vocal with a rough edged guitar riff. Produced by Tchad Blake (Tom Waits, Black Keys) the song swells from slow flowing verse to the soaring verve of the chorus, carrying the listener within its meanderings. In a time of frequent over-production, in which a distinct rock voice can be refined out of existence, Conil’s unique voice retains true grit and gravel, yet handles melodies with ease, carrying distinct mellow echoes of Cobain. When Conil’s voice is coupled with his strong writing ability, he emerges as an artist who deserves attention, distinguishing himself with quality songs. Through the lyrics themselves, which render experiences reaped from London night wanderings, but also through the emotive power which his vocal infuses within the words, giving ‘Devil Leaving’ a charge which lingers after the track fades.