RNZ Music is proud to present the new single and video from Auckland-based alt-pop artist Harry Parsons. ‘Good Time’ shines a spotlight on mental health.
Harry Parsons has been releasing music since 2013 when he took out first place in the solo/duo category at Smokefree Rockquest.
Born in the UK, Harry emigrated to New Zealand with his family when he was seven. Growing up in Cambridge, he was surrounded by music – his dad plays in orchestras and jazz bands, and his sister makes folk music under the moniker East of Queen. By the time he was 10, he knew he wanted to make music.
Co-written with and produced by Ben Malone, Harry says ‘Good Time’ came together in one session. “It’s a snapshot of what 10 minutes of an anxiety attack felt like for me; how powerless you feel and how out of control everything in your life seems whilst you sink further and further into your own head.”
Harry hopes the meaning behind the song resonates with others who may be experiencing similar things. “I hope they hear the song and know that they’re not alone - that these attacks, these mental struggles happen to me and many others.”
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Wellington musician Harry Parsons Photo: Supplied
