Northampton’s rising star, Maddox Jones, is re-entering the limelight with the uplifting football anthem, ‘England Together’ released on June 7th via Radikal Records. As anticipation for England’s Euros 2024 Campaign builds, the euphoric track serves as a celebratory echo of the team, sparking a national call for unity and hope. Including a cameo from viral sensation The Wealdstone Raider, the hit heightens anticipation for his upcoming second album, slated for release later this year.
Led by a fusion of triumphant brass, sing-along lyrics and vocal chants, ‘England Together’ pays homage to the victorious spirit of previous football anthems with a raucous indie-rock twist. Originally conceived as an idea from Paul Rumens (Ex President of National League Wealdstone FC), the single is inspired by Maddox’s passion for the sport and anthemic talents. Recorded in Plastic Tree Studios, Northampton alongside producer Dave Crawford, the hit aims to unify the nation by shedding light on mental health issues and addiction, encouraging listeners that they are not alone.
Gordon Hill, aka The Wealdstone Raider, has amassed over 40 million views worldwide and raised over 1 million pounds for various charities. Teaming up with Maddox Jones, the pair aims to rally fans across the country to support England and the socially conscious message at its core.
The single is accompanied by a heartwarming music video, beginning with a young boy kicking his newly gifted football over a garden wall – the iconic
, nodding to England’s historic win. It then sets out on a journey through the country, meeting fans along the way, including England legend and former captain Stuart Pearce, who perfectly embodies the nation’s bull-dog spirit.
Speaking on the single, Maddox shared “Football brings everyone together, especially big tournaments like the Euros. England is a multi-cultural nation and I want this charity single to celebrate and promote the togetherness and diverse culture of England, strongly highlighting mental health issues. More than ever, we need to show solidarity and support for one another and cheer the boys in the England team throughout this Euro 2024 campaign”
Having burst onto the scene as a solo artist in 2020 with the critically acclaimed EP, ‘Headspace’, the EP reached #4 in the iTunes Singer-Songwriter chart. The follow-up 2021 single, ‘Can’t Wait for the Summer’ followed suit, hitting the top spot on the same chart. Tipped as One to Watch by BBC Introducing Northampton, Maddox has garnered further acclaim across the industry, earning a spot at #5 on Music Week’s Commercial Pop and Upfront Club Chart with ‘Make Me Yours’.
Maddox has a track record of electrifying performances alongside notable acts like Thomas Heaton, Beaux, and The Lottery Winners. In 2023, Jones released ‘We All Need Somebody’ in support of Mental Health Awareness Week. Mixed by Michael Brauer (Coldplay) and mastered by Joe LaPorta (Miley Cyrus), the track was inspired by the many students he’s met giving motivational speeches at schools all over the United Kingdom.
Beyond his solo endeavours, Maddox has been sought after as a collaborator, lending his songwriting prowess to fellow artists such as Billy Locket, Janet Devlin, and RIP Youth. He still found time to write, produce, and perform an unofficial football anthem for the recent World Cup, which drew lots of attention for himself and The Wealdstone Raider. Maddox enjoyed success with The Departure, securing four Top 40 hits, sharing the stage with iconic bands such as The Killers and Placebo, and playing prestigious festivals like Reading & Leeds and Glastonbury.
Amidst a whirlwind of touring triumphs and accolades, including the title of Songwriter of the Year at the Northamptonshire Local Music Awards, Maddox Jones has been busy crafting his highly anticipated second album. Following the success of previous single, ‘Change My Number’, the upcoming offering promises to be his most raw, urgent work to date.
As the anticipation for England’s Euros 2024 campaign reaches fever pitch, the anthemic ‘England Together’ not only pays homage to the nation’s enduring football spirit but also serves as a poignant reminder of the power of music to uplift and inspire. Maddox invites us all to join, in a chorus of unity, resilience, and support.
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