Robert O’Connor Announces Final Single from Clubwav Continuum, “Love Remains”

Robert will release “Love Remains”, the second and final single from his acclaimed album Clubwav Continuum, on Friday, November 14.

The release features a brand new Radio Edit and Extended Mix, produced by Gareth Shortland, Jordan Arteaga and Robert O’Connor, alongside new Chillout, Album, and Reprise versions, as well as instrumentals of each.

Serving as the closing chapter in the Clubwav Continuum era, “Love Remains” captures the…

Robert O'Connor's Clubwav Continuum Receives Widespread Critical Acclaim

Following the release of Clubwav Continuum, Robert's reimagined version of his acclaimed 2025 album Swimming Against The Tide, the record has drawn widespread praise from music publications across Europe for its conceptual depth, immersive sound design, and artistic vision.

Described as a “hypnotic journey through rhythm, texture, and atmosphere” by Parkett Channel, the one-hour continuous DJ-style mix has been celebrated for blending…

Robert O'Connor Celebrates 17th Top 10 Hit with “What A Time To Be Alive” (Chillout Version)

Robert is riding high as his single “What A Time To Be Alive” (Chillout Version) recently climbed to #3 on the LGBTQ Music Chart, marking his 17th Top 10 hit. The accompanying music video has surpassed 30,000 views on YouTube, while Robert’s channel has grown to over 15,000 subscribers.

With the single campaign now wrapped, Robert hints at exciting new developments on the horizon, inviting fans to stay tuned and step…

Robert's latest single “What A Time To Be Alive” is receiving excellent reviews from music blogs around the world!

Read excerpts below, and click the publication titles to read the full reviews.

“It's introspective yet cinematic, floating somewhere between the ethereal soundscapes of Still Corners and the nostalgic ache of a John Hughes soundtrack”
—Hella Fuzz

“A fiercely committed artistic figure that doesn't worry too much about trends or popular formulas, instead pursuing pure ulfiltered artistry”
—Mesmerized…

Robert's brand new single “What A Time To Be Alive” has premiered exclusively on Culture Fix ahead of its release tomorrow.

The track has been reworked for its single release by US producer Luke Kondak (Sabrina Carpenter, Dua Lipa) into a sprawling '80s synth-pop anthem!

Robert's new album ‘Swimming Against The Tide’ has received widespread acclaim from music critics.

Check out some highlights below and click the publication titles to read the full reviews.

“Robert O’Connor has crafted a sophisticated and compelling record that honors his influences while carving out a distinct identity in the electro-pop landscape. It is a testament to his dedication to artistry and his refusal to follow trends blindly”

-Parkett

“Robert O’Connor struts an infectious, vibe-y pop appeal with…

Robert's latest single “Trick of the Night” has been receiving praise from music critics, which you can read some snippets of below.

Click the publication titles to read reviews in full. 

“O'Connor has infused ‘Trick of the Night’ with his own artistic vision, transforming it into a pre-Christmas anthem that is as reflective as it is celebratory”
—AKT Music

“Wrapped in lush, cinematic production, with lyrics exploring vulnerability and perseverance, O'Connor brings a deeply personal resonance to this cover…

From throwing in the towel to a triumphant return, Rolling Hype has the perfect lowdown on Robert's career to date for new fans.

Read the full feature article including a quick-fire Q&A with Robert.

 

From inspirations to addictions and motivations, Robert didn’t waste any time on small talk in his interview with the Mesmerized.

He spoke about accepting songs from other songwriters for the first time in his career on his upcoming album, plus why his “wilderness years” are what keeps him motivated to be productive.

Read the full interview.

Reviews for Robert's new single “Something Strange” have arrived, and the track is receiving some of the best praise of his career to date.

Check out some highlights below and click the publication titles to read the full reviews.

“A masterclass in Dream-pop. It's atmospheric, emotional and meticulously crafted - an example of electronic pop at it's finest"
-Parkett

“Robert O'Connor has once more demonstrated his skill in creating complex, emotional pop music that connects on an intimate level” 
-Teeth Sound

“His…

Robert took a deep-dive into the creative process of his new single “Something Strange” with Sinusoidal Music. 

He discussed the daunting process of returning to the album format for the first time since his 2008 debut ‘Distance’. 

Read the interview in full.

Robert's first sit-down interview in nearly two years has been published on RGM magazine.

He spoke to Carl Maloney about conspiracy theories, cancel culture and the changing landscape of the music industry.

Robert also talked for the first time in-depth about the writing and recording process of his upcoming album.

Read the interview in full.

Reviews have started to surface for “Mysterious Times”. Read what the critics are saying about Robert's latest single at the links below.

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Robert's new single “Mysterious Times” will be released on March 29.


Some of you pop fanatics will know “Mysterious Times” from the original 1998 track by German producer Sash!, with guest vocals by the brilliant Tina Cousins.

Robert's version, produced by Gareth Shortland (Steps, Sophie Ellis Bextor), takes a stark approach, shining a spotlight on the lyrics, which feel more fitting than ever in the world today. 

Robert says: “When I recorded my 2022 EP ‘Severance’, Sash! was a reference I found myself…

Reviews have started to appear for “Summer Is Waiting”. Read the critics' thoughts on Robert's new single at the links below.

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Robert gave an in-depth interview to Sinusoidal Music, speaking about the songwriting and production process with Gareth Shortland, as well as his next plans.

“I’ve started writing for the next record, and it’s more daunting than ever now that I have active listeners and fans, but I definitely want to cater to them, while developing my sound further and continuing to experiment”. 

The feature also includes a review of “Separate Ways”, in which Aditya Ramesh called the track “A journey of self-discovery…

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Robert's new single “Separate Ways” has been portrayed as a movie, with the artwork appearing as the poster, and the description is Indie Music Flix's review of the track 🎶 

“Though a sad conclusion, the danceable song creates a clear and crisp contrast. Robert walks that line with confidence and incredible poise”, writes Wes Banderson. 

Check out this creative concept at their website.

“Separate Ways” features on another Brazillian website today, the well-established Os Garotos de Liverpool.

The track features in the publication’s feature, ‘20 new singles we know about the last Friday of January’, which you can read in Portuguese or English at their website.

The latest review for “Separate Ways” comes from Brazilian website Music For All. 

Amanda Costa writes: “A true sensory feast, with lights and emotions on all sides, perfect for the dance floor, as it floods the mind with its contagious and exceptional rhythm” 🕺🏻 

Read the review in full.

Another review has surfaced for “Separate Ways”.

Music blog Find No Enemy gave its verdict on the track, praising Gareth Shortland's production. 

“The production on the track is masterful, with a subtle yet powerful mix of a plethora of electronic elements that perfectly complement the raw and vulnerable tone of the song’s lyricism and composition”. 

Read the full review.

Egypt's Sistra is first to publish its review of Robert's new single "Separate Ways", and it's a radiant one!

"A dance-pop anthem that goes immediately from speaker to heart, like a hot knife in butter, from a talented songwriter whose sound will bring back memories from the early 00s, while somehow totally evading feeling old-fashioned or familiar", the review reads.

Read the full article.

Robert gave his first interview of 2023 to his local radio station 92.5 Phoenix FM.

He spoke about his brand new single "Separate Ways", the success of 'Severance', plus the big question of if he'd ever submit a song for Eurovision.

Watch the interview in full on YouTube
 

Robert's new single "Separate Ways" features today on the iconic Retro Pop website.

“Where there was hope, now there’s despair", Robert said of the track, telling the magazine that it's the "flipside" to previous single "Save You", which was fan's first teaser of the 'Severance' EP.

Read the full article.

Robert kicks-off the week with another interview with TJPL News in their 'Backstage Pass' feature, where he speaks about the creation of his new EP 'Severance' from the initial idea to release day.

“If you want a cohesive record that doesn’t just sound like random recordings thrown together without thought, I think you need to exercise strictness with yourself, or listen when your producer says no!”

Read the full interview, and check out TJPL’s Spotify playlists ‘Fresh Dance & Pop’ and ‘Fresh & Fine’, which…

'Severance' is featured today on the wonderful Talk About Pop Music blog.

"It is notable that as his confidence as a songwriter and a performer becomes more solid, he himself and his own sound matures to become very much his own and a standout from the crowd".

Read the full article on Talk About Pop Music.