His gold selling single ‘Tell Me Something Good’ bought wins for two awards in 2021 - ‘Track of the Year’ for DJ Mag Best of British accompanied by Radio 1’s ‘Electronic Track of the Year’
To date McVicar is especially proud of remixing one of the most important songs in recent electronic music folklore ‘Gabriel’ by Joe Goddard. The brains behind his own mini empire, this early success is a sure-fire sign of things to come. Hungry, determined and full of good vibes for all, Ewan McVicar is primed for the next phase of his burgeoning career…
Ewan started DJing when he was at university, building up a following in his hometown and, after getting a teaching degree, decided to take it up full-time (much to his mother’s dismay). Initially focused on hip hop and the commercial end of club music, he made an impact with regular appearances at venues such as Furys and Club de Mar. By 2017 he’d started his own night TEN, at a time when there was no underground scene in Ayr. Ewan injected his passion for the music into the party and his tenacious attitude helped cultivate a strictly homegrown party, with all the residents cherry picked from the locality. TEN spawned a movement, captivating the town’s rave-hungry youngsters and giving Ewan a platform to showcase his skills. The number 10 itself has a deep and personal meaning for the Scottish selector, linked to tragic events in his past. Rather than dwell on those difficulties, he has used the number to create a positive ethos that flows into the parties, and influences his optimistic outlook.
On the production tip Ewan’s approach is to be daring and authentic; putting himself out there by exploring different styles and releasing them, creating a kind of audio diary, recording his journey from the beginning up to now. In doing so, he hopes to inspire up and coming artists who may lack the confidence to get their music out there. By demonstrating his evolution in real time, Ewan has allowed himself to be vulnerable - refusing to shy away from imperfections - rather than presenting himself as a complete artist from the start.
It’s an unusual approach but one which has already landed him on labels such as Optimo, Unknown To The Unknown, Shall Not Fade, Nervous, Higher Ground, KOOKOO and the aforementioned Trick, where he has become a core member of Patrick Topping’s emergent label crew and is now going to be a resident at Tricks DC10 Ibiza night this Summer. His discography reflects his eclectic tastes, stepping into old skool rave territory, bumpin’ house and 303-driven acid with confidence. Tracks such as the big hitter ‘Street Rave’, ‘Love Trip’, ‘1001 Freestyle’ and ‘Dorian’, showcasing his ability to tap into various styles with panache. Speaking of acid, Ewan has channelled his unwavering energy into a project that pays homage to the classic sound. As Granary 12, with Steven Simpson, he has released music on Posthuman’s Balkan Vinyl and Weapons Of Desire. The duo have appeared at Sub Club, La Cheetah, Corsica and Santiago de Compostela in Spain.
Support has come from some of the most influential tastemakers in the industry, with radio DJs such as Pete Tong, Annie Mac, Danny Howard, Jaguar and Sarah Story throwing their weight behind him. Ewan has also become something of a local hero in his hometown, and nationally in Scotland. A homegrown talent who redirects his success back into the land he comes from. At Subclub, one of Glasgow’s most prominent venues, both of his recent shows sold out instantly.
He is playing festivals all over the UK this Summer including Creamfields, Parklife, Fly Open Air, Life Festival + Secret Garden Party amongst many others. Meanwhile, back in Ayr, where it all started, his fanbase remains strong, with plans to set up a one-day festival at one of the town’s most picturesque landmarks in 2023; a large piece of land next to the legendary Pavilion club on the seafront. He’s also plotting a label, centred on high quality electronic music of all kinds, with a slew of high-profile gigs booked in, sharing the stage with a variety of respected acts including Floorplan, Mella Dee, Cinthie, Honey Dijon, Kettama, Jaguar, Mike Servito, Absolute, Derrick Carter, Luke Solomon and Kornel Kovacs
Friendly, big-hearted, enterprising and bold, Ewan McVicar is carving out his own path in the UK’s world-leading scene, encouraging others to join him and maintaining a positive outlook every step of the way. His upbeat demeanour, combined with his superlative skills as a DJ and producer, are the cornerstone of his flourishing career, fuelling an organic and enduring rise to the top…
The Rhythm
Ewan McVicar Lyrics
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But, I'm the kind of girl who doesn't like to be alone
And boy, you keep me waitin', I've been waitin' all my life
All for love together, boy, that taste for you and I
There was a time that I was sure, it was forever love
A living dream, just you and me, what was I thinking of?
I had to turn away, you took the strongest part of me
I found a better love than I had ever known
Sugar was never so sweet to eat to me, I'll never know
We're making music together, boy, you turn me on
We're rockin' to the rhythm of
I found a better love than I had ever known
Sugar was never so sweet to eat to me, I'll never know
We're making music together, boy, you turn me on
We're rockin' to the rhythm of
I found a better love than I had ever known
Sugar was never so sweet to eat to me, I'll never know
We're making music together, boy, you turn me on
We're rockin' to the rhythm of
No
No
Now, I'm feelin' free, and yes, tonight I'll live my life
The party's just begun and now, the feeling's oh, so right
Now, love is taking over me, my life is in control
The music's got me moving, how it captivates me so
There was a time that I was sure, it was forever love
A living dream, just you and me, what was I thinking of?
I had to turn away, you took the strongest part of me
But now, it's over, baby, now I'm free
I found a better (oh yeah) love than I had ever known
Sugar was never so sweet to eat to me, I'll never know
We're making music together, boy, you turn me on
We're rockin' to the rhythm of
I found a better love than I had ever known
Sugar was never so sweet to eat to me, I'll never know
We're making music together, boy, you turn me on
We're rockin' to the rhythm of
I had to turn away, you took-, I had to turn away, you took-
I had to turn away, you took-, now, I'm free
I had to turn away, you took-, I had to turn away, you took-
I had to turn away, you took-, now, I'm free
I found a better (oh yeah) love than I had ever known
Sugar was never so sweet to eat to me, I'll never know
We're making music together, boy, you turn me on
We're rockin' to the rhythm of
I found a better love than I had ever known
Sugar was never so sweet to eat to me, I'll never know
We're making music together, boy, you turn me on
We're rockin' to the rhythm of
I had to turn away, you took-, I had to turn away, you took-
I had to turn away, you took-, now, I'm free
The chorus of "The Rhythm" by Ewan McVicar follows a happy, danceable rhythm that emphasizes moving on from a bad relationship and finding new love. The lyrics suggest that the singer has been waiting for love all her life and that her previous relationship was not what she was looking for. She celebrates finding a better love than she had ever known before, one that is sweet like sugar, and makes music with her new partner that turns her on. The rhythm of the music, like the rhythm of their relationship, is what keeps her moving forward, and she revels in the freedom she feels now that she's left behind her old lover.
The verses, however, tell a slightly different story. They describe a time when the singer was sure she had found forever love, and how it turned out to be a mistake. The relationship was a dream, but one that she had to turn away from because it wasn't right for her. The old relationship took the strongest part of her, but she has now found a way to move on and be free. The juxtaposition of the happy chorus with the more downbeat verses suggests that even though the singer has found new love, she has also been through some pain to get there.
Overall, "The Rhythm" is a song about moving on from a bad relationship and finding happiness with someone else. It's about celebrating newfound love and the joy it brings, all while acknowledging the pain and struggle that led to this point.
Line by Line Meaning
You call me when you want, to keep me waitin' by the phone
You contact me only when it's convenient for you and leave me waiting for your response, but I'm the kind of person who doesn't like being alone
But, I'm the kind of girl who doesn't like to be alone
I'm someone who values connection and company, and I find it difficult to be by myself
And boy, you keep me waitin', I've been waitin' all my life
You consistently make me wait, and it feels like I've been waiting forever for someone who truly cares about me
All for love together, boy, that taste for you and I
We are meant to be together, and our love is palpable
There was a time that I was sure, it was forever love
I was convinced that our love would last forever
A living dream, just you and me, what was I thinking of?
With you by my side, life felt like a dream, but now I wonder what I was thinking to believe in something that wasn't meant to be
I had to turn away, you took the strongest part of me
I had to leave and separate from you because being near you hurt me deeply and took away a part of me that was once strong
But now, it's over, baby, now I'm free
Our relationship is done, and now I'm free to move on and find something better
I found a better love than I had ever known
I have found a love that is better than anything I've experienced before
Sugar was never so sweet to eat to me, I'll never know
My new love brings me so much joy and sweetness that I never knew was possible
We're making music together, boy, you turn me on
Our love feels like music, and being with you excites me
We're rockin' to the rhythm of
Our love is like a beat that we dance to and enjoy together
Now, I'm feelin' free, and yes, tonight I'll live my life
I feel liberated and able to live my life to the fullest, starting with tonight
The party's just begun and now, the feeling's oh, so right
The celebration is just starting, and I'm feeling amazing
Now, love is taking over me, my life is in control
Love has completely consumed me, and my life feels like it's finally in my grasp
The music's got me moving, how it captivates me so
The music is energizing me and holding my attention
I had to turn away, you took-, I had to turn away, you took-
I had to walk away from our relationship because it was causing me pain, and you took a part of me with you
Now, I'm free
Now that our relationship is over, I'm free to move on and find something better
Writer(s): Tony Butler, Ewan Mcvicar, Trinere Farrington
Contributed by Landon M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Sean Murphy
NOW . BOUNCE. ❤
Sean Murphy
WAIT A MINUTE....AND......HERE WE GO .....NOW BOINK DOINK HAHAHA BONKERS
jan rohwer
yes !