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Emerging from the creative mind of Jack Froggatt, best known for his work with Grammy-nominated Mansionair, ELMAR’s debut album Beneath My Skin is a rich, emotional journey into personal reflection and soundscapes that evoke a deep sense of sanctuary. A deeply introspective and sonically immersive project, Beneath My Skin showcases Froggatt’s ability to blend nostalgia, optimism, and vulnerability into a cohesive body of work that speaks to the soul.

A collection of ten tracks co-produced by Ross James (aka Upsidedownhead), Beneath My Skin reveals a different side to Froggatt’s artistry, one marked by a return to organic, acoustic elements and a desire to create music that provides an avenue for emotional refuge. Drawing from experiences of late-night drives, beachside escapes, and the enduring calm of the ocean, ELMAR’s music flows like the tides, offering a sense of calm yet powerful energy.

Speaking to the creative process behind the record, Jack shares “Beneath My Skin is an album that wasn’t heavily laboured over, rather carefully refined in downtime between other projects for the better of three years. It traces the lessons I’ve learnt on letting go of control, and allowing myself freedom to explore, follow the less travelled path in search of something new, almost in hope of getting lost. It searches for meaning in sustaining relationships, whilst simultaneously pursuing a fulfilling artistic life, questioning if both can be done hand in hand.”

Further sharing his insights on how to best enjoy the body of work, he continues “ultimately Beneath My Skin is one of my lightest works, intentionally crafted to soundtrack the sunnier, carefree moments in life, whether that be surf trips up the Big Sur or the Surf Coast, or even late nights with friends at the dinner table.”

The album opens with delicately textured ‘More Than Life’, immediately drawing the listener into the dreamlike world Froggatt has created with ELMAR. A period of uncertainty gave rise to this track, marking Froggatt’s reawakening to his creative identity, Jack shares “a lot of this record, for me, was about figuring out how to live sustainably as a musician, and also how to have healthy relationships”.

Born within the very early days of the project, much like the opening record ‘Your Love Is Changing Me’ was a very experimental record for Jack, whilst he explored the sonics that could become ELMAR. The soothing intro of piano, drums, and Jack’s standout vocals are soon joined by rich bass lines and oscillating vocal production.

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The titular single from the record ‘Beneath My Skin’, is also one of Jack’s own personal favourites. One of the very first ideas he had for the project which came bursting out during a writing session. Despite the melancholic nature of the production, lyrically the song spoke to pursuing things that are positive, painting the story with gorgeous visual imagery “leaving my doubts against the shore”.

‘Feels Right’ is immediately soothing, invoking a sense of tranquillity and the confidence of knowing one’s true self and staying true to that path. Wanting to create a song that felt like a celebration, Jack penned ‘At Your Feet’ – a delicate, yet inspired piece that blends nostalgic melodies with an optimistic outlook on new beginnings.

Referencing albums specifically from 1971 as the sonic influence for ‘Green Cathedral’, the atmospheric offering is an ode to surfing and the feel of euphoria riding a wave. However, speaking to the broader metaphor, Jack shares, “waiting on my dreams, falling out of reach, trying just to hold on…it feels like surfing a wave.”

With the heartfelt title and lyrics ‘Can’t You Feel My Love’, is a song that seamlessly weaves together hypnotic melodies, textures, and heartfelt lyrics. Whilst ‘As The Sun Appears’ offers everything you would hope for in the title – sun drenched bliss and the important message to “slow down”.

For ‘Hold On’, Jack “wanted to write a late night, hauntingly dark song that had a glimmer of hope in it”. Originally composed as the closer for the record until writing ‘So Familiar’. Built upon intricate melodies and emotional resonance, the track captures the heart of ELMAR — an invitation to pause, reflect, and reconnect with the world around us. Speaking to the final song, Jack details “I just wanted the closer of the record to feel like you could just listen to that on loop forever.”

The release of Beneath My Skin has garnered praise from fans and the music industry alike, with  features across the likes of Rolling Stone ANZ, Happy Mag, The Music, AAA Backstage, PBS, and more. Praised for its introspective songwriting and lush production, the album is a striking debut that establishes ELMAR as a unique voice in modern music. As Jack Froggatt steps into this new chapter of his career, fans both old and new will discover an artist unafraid to embrace vulnerability, experimentation, and reinvention.

ELMAR’s debut album ‘Beneath My Skin’ is available now across all music platforms.

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ELMAR
BENEATH MY SKIN
Track List

1. More Than Life
2. Your Love Is Changing Me
3. Beneath My Skin
4. Feels Right
5. At Your Feet
6. Green Cathedral
7. Can’t You Feel My Love
8. As The Sun Appears
9. Hold On
10. So Familiar

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