Rock/Review Tom Minor - Change It! (feat. Johnny Dalston)
Hailing from London N1, singer-songwriter Tom Minor feels inspired by indie rock, new wave and punk, power pop, psychedelic and garage rock, soul, and R&B, etc. After several years of all kinds of uncredited hack writing for others in various parts of the globe Tom (né Miner) now focuses on his own brand of existential indie, gathering high praise all across the blogosphere for his debut album Eleven Easy Pieces on Anger & Disappointment.
Tom Minor’s “Change It!” arrives as a sharp, soul-streaked burst of indie rock energy, serving both as a standalone anthem and a key moment on his second album, “Ten New Toe-Tappers for Shoplifting & Self-Mutilation,” released in early 2026. The track feels like a wake-up call wrapped in swagger, channeling vintage soul influences into a modern rebel yell for listeners stuck between caution and the urge to finally take control of their lives.
Driven by a punchy rhythm section and raw, unpolished production, the song captures the feeling of throwing caution aside and stepping into uncertain territory. Johnny Dalston’s guitar work brings a loose, gritty charm, adding flashes of classic rock attitude that perfectly complement Minor’s vocal delivery, which balances grit with melodic urgency. Producer Teaboy Palmer—also known as The Basher of Belsize Park—keeps the sound direct and immediate, allowing the emotional charge of the performance to come through without unnecessary polish.
Lyrically, “Change It!” taps into universal anxieties about wasted potential and the fear of missing out, but rather than wallow in frustration, it pushes toward action. The song feels like a rallying cry for anyone waiting for permission to chase something bigger, reminding listeners that hesitation often becomes the real enemy.
What makes the track resonate is its honesty. Beneath the bravado lies a shared vulnerability—the recognition that hope can feel slim, yet still worth fighting for. As part of Minor’s album, the single shows a record filled with personality, humor, and restless energy. “Change It!” ultimately stands as both protest and pep talk, inviting listeners to drop their defenses and step back into the ring.