Tom Hancock’s new single, “Sycamore,” is one of those songs that pulls you in quietly and stays with you afterwards.
Taken from his debut album, Innate Subjects, the track was inspired by the felling of the Sycamore Gap tree, alongside the breakdown of an important personal relationship, and it blends both ideas into something genuinely affecting.
At its core, “Sycamore” is about trying to understand destruction. Why do people damage things that are beautiful? Why do relationships fall apart when they once felt solid? Hancock doesn’t overcomplicate those questions, which is exactly why the song lands so well. It feels honest rather than overly polished, and that gives it substance.
Originally from Newcastle and now based in Paris, Hancock builds the track around folk songwriting but gives it a wider, more atmospheric feel. Gentle fingerpicked guitar sits alongside soft ambient textures, subtle electronic touches, and spacious production that adds depth without overwhelming the emotion. With contributions from Taryn Everdeen and Saving Felix, the arrangement feels intimate while still sounding full and immersive.
As a single, it does exactly what it should: it makes you want to hear the rest of Innate Subjects. If the album carries this same level of honesty and atmosphere, Tom Hancock’s debut is going to leave a mark.
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