Jordan Briton - Returns With Captivating Single 'Satellite'

Meanjin/Brisbane-based R&B artist Jordan Briton has returned with his slick single 'Satellite', co-produced by Jordan and longtime collaborator Sam Woods (LYRIC, Mid Drift, JUNO).

'Satellite' is a masterfully crafted cut of polished R&B, utilising Jordan's lustrous vocals, which float effortlessly above the instrumentation, creating a production landscape that feels both lush and gorgeously spacious. The track layers staccato piano stabs with reverb-soaked synths, as the resolute sliding bass forms the sonic bedrock, culminating in a virtuosic guitar solo in the bridge.

Jordan Briton speaks on what birthed the track:

"In early 2025, I booked a solo trip to the Philippines, somewhere I hadn’t been since I was a child. After my most successful single to date, the Awards still felt empty. I realised I'd been pursuing music to show people how high I could climb rather than enjoying the journey for myself. While visiting my Lola and Lolo, I met a local singer-songwriter. Because we were both artists, I connected with her in ways I hadn't felt before. I'd never pursued a long-distance relationship before, but I knew I'd regret not trying. 'Satellite' captures that genuine yearning of 'if only' put to music."

‘Satellite’ is Jordan’s first single since 2023’s 'make it easy' feat. JUNO, which resulted in him winning a 2024 Queensland Music Award, and receiving support from the likes of Apple Music, triple j, triple j Unearthed, 3RRR, 4ZZZ, Acid Stag, and more. 'Satellite' is the first of six consecutive singles scheduled to roll out beginning May 13th, leading into his debut album 'Slow Burn' later this year.

Accompanying the single is a nostalgic lyric visualiser filmed in a single take from the backseat of a car, framing Jordan's eyes in the rearview mirror. Inspired by director Louis Campbell and Wong Kar-wai's cinematography (Chungking Express), the visual style evokes the "movie-like" feeling of his time abroad. Jordan adds, "The use of mirrors gives the illusion that things aren't always what they seem. Ultimately, my long-distance relationship didn't work out after those five months, but in those moments, it felt like I was living in my own movie."

Born in the USA and raised in Australia, Jordan Briton is the moniker of Jordan Pineda, drawing inspiration from his Filipino heritage and luminaries Daniel Caesar, Mac Ayres, and grentperez. Jordan shares, "My Lola and Lolo were born and raised in the Philippines and they worked hard and overcame a lot of hurdles to provide a different life for us here in Australia. I am very grateful for their sacrifice which has given me the privilege to pursue my passion."

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