Single Focus: Jake Whittaker

Single title: Untrue

What's the song about? Someone who's had enough of their lover messing them around by not committing and feels like they're being untrue to themselves.

How long did it take to write/record? It was initially written in around 30 minutes, by myself and keyboarder Toby Alexander, as a ballad. However in pre-production, myself and producer Brendan Anthony decided to give a more upbeat tempo. Love how it's evolved.

Is this track from a forthcoming release/existing release? This is my latest single, being released and promoted through my shows around Brisbane, Sunshine and Gold Coasts over the coming weeks and will be included on my forthcoming EP, being released early next year.

What was inspiring you during the song's writing and recording? I get inspired by working alongside great musicians and artists, and this song was an awesome collaboration with some of my favourite people.

We'll like this song if we like: Grooving along to some funk soul sounds.

Do you play it differently live? We play it as close to as it is recorded, but we will sometimes throw in some extra solos and break downs if the crowd is up to participate.

When and where is your launch/next gig? The Motor Room, 21 Nov and The Triffid, 22 Nov.

Website link for more info: facebook.com/jakewhittakermusic