UNDERGROUND RADAR: Artist You Need To Know - Louis Knight

Louis Knight is a singer/songwriter that leaves you with something to carry. British-born and Philly-raised, he first caught attention on American Idol, but it’s the music that came after that’s carved out his place. His songs feel like late-night conversations, the ones you remember long after the lights go out.

Photo by Rebecca McDevitt (IG: @rebeccajeanlimitedphotography)

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A Run of Raw, Honest Singles

2024 was a turning point for Louis. He dropped “The Pub Song,” a pint-glass anthem that feels like memories with your best friends bottled into a track. Not long after came “Hold Me,” a duet with Devon Gabriella that’s stripped-down and intimate, the kind of song you want to keep close. And then there’s “Wherever You Are,” a heart-aching ballad about grief and holding on. Each release proves he’s not chasing a sound, but he’s living inside the lyrics.

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The Story Behind the Songs

Louis grew up in London before moving to Philadelphia, and that mix of grit and vulnerability runs through his writing. From the first time he sang “Change” in honor of a friend, it was clear his art would always hold space for loss, love, and honesty. His early EPs, Small Victories and Twenty, Twenty Two, plus singles like “Say It Again” and “Fell For You,” show a steady climb, sharpening his craft while staying true to his voice.

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Why Louis Belongs on Your Radar

Louis isn’t playing by the industry’s game, but he’s building a community with us one song at a time. His music speaks directly to fans who want real connection, and his openness about mental health makes him someone you can root for beyond the music. This is an artist who isn’t just passing through the underground scene. Louis Knight is shaping the singer-songwriter scene with each release, and we can’t wait to see what comes next.

Photo by Rebecca McDevitt (IG: @rebeccajeanlimitedphotography)

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Where to Start Listening

• “Wherever You Are” — grief turned into a love letter.

• “Hold Me” (feat. Devon Gabriella) — soft, warm, and made for quiet nights.

• “The Pub Song” — a toast to nostalgia, friendship, and letting loose.

• “Change” — the moment that showed fans he’s more than just a contestant.

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