Alan Fennah is a British singer-songwriter, producer, multi-instrumentalist, and recording artist whose career spans more than four decades. Emerging from Liverpool’s vibrant music scene in the early 1980s, he first gained recognition as a founding member of Alternative Radio, a band noted for its melodic song writing, atmospheric production, and distinctive blend of pop, rock, electronic and folk influences. The band signed a recording contract with EMI (Parlophone) in 1983 and released their debut single ‘Valley Of Evergreen’ in 1984.
The band built a reputation for strong harmonies, memorable hooks, and emotionally driven compositions. Alan and his brother, Rob, laid the foundation for a long creative partnership that would continue through numerous recording and production projects over the years.
As both an artist and producer, Alan Fennah has consistently embraced musical evolution. His work combines classic song writing craftsmanship with modern production techniques, drawing influence from rock, cinematic soundscapes, acoustic music, and contemporary electronic textures. Alan has contributed as a vocalist, guitarist, drummer, programmer, arranger, and producer across a wide range of original recordings.
In recent years, Alan has re-emerged as a prolific solo artist, releasing critically praised albums including Alone, Wanderlust, and Ugly Truth, Beautiful Lies? These recordings showcase a mature songwriter unafraid to explore personal reflection, social commentary, and cinematic storytelling. His music moves effortlessly between intimate acoustic pieces, expansive instrumental works, and powerful melodic rock songs, reflecting both introspection and creative ambition. His first solo album ALONE was recorded during the national lockdown of 2020. Alan said: ‘I had a lot of time on my hands during the lockdown. So, I decided to revisit songs that I had written - but not recorded. Some were older songs - that did not fit with the genre of ‘Alternative Radio’ and others were new songs written during the lockdown. I soon realised I had enough for a twelve-track album. I spent the weeks in lockdown recording the album which was released in download form on 7th June 2020. The pandemic restrictions meant that I had to wait 12 months before I could release the CD version which was released on 24th June 2021.
Track Listing:
1. SURREALITY TV 2. GIRL ON A TRAIN 3. SOMEONE'S WAITING THERE FOR YOU 4. GROWING OLD RELUCTANTLY
5. COLD FEET (SILENT SEA) 6. ROSE COLOURED GLASSES 7. ONE SMALL STEP 8. PIE IN THE SKY
9. ONE OF THE TAKEN 10. HEY VALENTINE 11. THE SMUGGLER'S TALE 12. VALOUR FARM
In 2020, Alan was approached by The European Space Agency (ESA). They have asked permission to use his instrumental track 'One Small Step' (Track7) as part of their Space Care campaign. Alan created a special 'ESA Mix' of the orchestral instrumental especially for the agency (See below).
2021 | WANDERLUST (CD & DOWNLOAD VERSIONS)
On 1st December 2021, Alan released his second solo album called: 'Wanderlust' . This album featured 10 original songs by Alan.
Track Listing:
1. WANDERLUST 2. MADE IN HOLLYWOOD 3. MY CHILDREN'S CHILDREN's CHILDREN 4. BEAUTIFUL DAY
5. KING OF THE HILL 6. GONE WITH THE WIND 7. GO RIGHT BACK (To Where You Started From) 8. STEAMPUNK TIME MACHINE 9. THE JINN FROM CREEPER'S POND 10. HEART MACHINE (Cinematic Instrumental)
4th FEB. 2024 | UGLY TRUTH, BEAUTIFUL LIES? (CD) & 9th DEC 2023 (DOWNLOAD VERSIONS)
On 4th February 2024, Alan released his third solo CD album called: 'Ugly Truth, Beautiful Lies?' This album features 10 original songs by Alan. The download version will available from 9th December 2023.
Track Listing:
1. WHISTLING DOWN THE WIND 2. THE DEVIL'S BLUES 3. HOW TIME FLIES 4. BLACK RIVERS
5. NOT OUR TOMORROW 6. FAKE NEWS (Brother Don't Believe Him) 7. SHIFTING SANDS (Ugly Truth, Beautiful Lies?) 8. I CAN'T GET OVER, SHE'S OVER ME 9. WHY DON'T YOU LEAVE THEM ALONE 10. RINGABELLA BAY
Alan Fennah has been working on a 40 track 'rock musical' which will be released in 2026 (Watch this space).
