Lewis ready for return to the big time
Loved by the nation and adored by the world, West Lothian’s very own Lewis Capaldi reached top heights with debut album ‘Divinely Uninspired to a Hellish Extent’, reaching number one in the UK charts.
Since his humble beginnings in East Whitburn, the singer-songwriter has been on a hiatus of his own creation as he wanted to put his best foot forward with new music.
Capaldi used to live between East Whitburn and Bathgate during his childhood, after moving from Glasgow at the age of four.
He then moved back to the city when his album took off, but spent little time there as he was touring constantly.
And during his time away, he has moved into a farmhouse in East Renfrewshire, which he has been upgrading.
Speaking about his renovations to our sister paper the Daily Record, Lewis said: “I’m getting a lot of work done to it just now. It’s getting renovated, but I’m really enjoying living there.”
Lewis is having a swimming pool, gym, spa and sauna added, alongside a media room, home cinema, expanded master bedroom as well as other bedrooms and a kitchen renovation.
He has also been recording
with some big names as he prepares his second album for release.
Lewis added: “I’ve been busy in the studio and everything is getting into a bit more shape.
“I can’t wait to get the songs out and release my new music. It’s been a long wait for everyone.”
The 25-year-old has been working with One Republic star Ryan Tedder who has written hit ballads for Adele and Beyonce.
Bastille’s Dan Smith also revealed he has worked with Lewis, saying: “I did some writing with [Lewis] and it was really great to see him.
“He’s had the most amazing time and I think he’s taking his time writing lots of music and living his life.”
In 2021, Lewis announced
he would be taking a step back from live music to concentrate on recording new music, and cancelled gigs, including TRNSMT.
He said he made the decision with a “heavy heart” but took the time to focus on making new music instead.
And now, the ‘Someone You Loved’ singer will be headlining the Scottish festival in 2022, alongside fellow Scot Paolo Nutini – who has also been in hiding for a few years.
The pair will headline the Friday and Sunday of TRNSMT 2022, alongside a whole host of Scottish acts, including The Snuts and Luke LaVolpe who are close pals with Capaldi and supported him at his Edinburgh Princes Street Gardens Summer Sessions gigs.