Isaac Aylward

Emerging in 2021 from Leeds, United Kingdom, Isaac Aylward blends pop, synth pop, blues, jazz, comedy, and folk into his songwriting

Based in Leeds, I'm a pianist and songwriter with lyrics conjured from the 'everyday'. Ideally, you'll leave my shows with a chorus in your head, and some sentiment about how its okay if your train's late, becuase you're worth more than that

Born in 2004 in Bedfordshire, my Dad taught me piano at an early age, something I'll forever be grateful for. Since then I've been mainly self-taught with the exception of a piano tutor around the time of my GCSE's (Which were rudely interrupted by the pandemic). I've spent the last 4 years at Leeds Conservatoire, where I've honed in on both my songwriting and playing abilities,

I feel very lucky to have had the chance to play at the Wardrobe, in Leeds, during the 2025 LCSU Showcase. This opportunity arose after joining the upcoming prog-rock band 'Darling?' who trusted me with some wicked synth lines, as well as supporting piano and organ parts. This year I also joined 'Metora Cliffs', who feature colourful prog, keytars, big riffs and catchy hooks! We're headed to the heats of 'Metal 2 The Masses' this year, where we'll be competing to play at the metal festival, Bloodstock.

I'm hugely excited to see my songs leave the practice rooms and head to the stage in 2026, particularly ahead of my performance at The Attic, Leeds, on 9th March!