I Forget Myself

An Exception

Alternative rock artist I Forget Myself released his ninth studio EP, An Exception, in 2026. This collection marks a return to a polished and revitalised rock sound, showcasing his decades of experience through nuanced songwriting and experimental soundscapes. Returning contributors, including drummer Kyle Reece Williams, have played a crucial role in its creation. The album has been expertly mixed and mastered by Clint Watts of Watts Productions to meet the highest international standards, delivering a profound listening experience. The project exemplifies meticulous attention to detail, thought-provoking lyrical depth, and brooding depth, all of which contribute to the established artist’s body of work in this new release.

Biography

I Forget Myself is an experienced singer-songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist who has worked as an independent artist in the music industry and performed in various rock bands. Born and raised in South Africa, he has European ancestry and has lived in Asia for over a decade. Currently based in Hong Kong, his music reflects a distinctive style influenced by his global perspective.

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Key Facts

  • Over one million lifetime plays on Spotify

  • Has released eight full-length studio albums in five years

  • Has had international radio play on major radio stations

Here's what critics say about the new EP

“An Exception doesn’t try to reinvent alternative rock. It doesn’t need to. Instead, it makes a far bolder claim: that careful, thoughtful, emotionally literate rock music still has something to say, if you’re willing to actually listen.”

- Alte Magazine

“...a thoroughly rewarding musical journey to start a new year with.”

- Rock Era Magazine

“...An Exception feels personal, grounded, and unpretentious. It does not chase trends or nostalgia. Instead, it affirms the value of authenticity and inner awareness, reminding listeners that peace is often found through honest self-examination.”

- Teeth Sound

“A must listen for prog rock enthusiasts! You’ve just found your jam for the year.”

– Good Music Radar

“I Forget Myself delivers a body of work that feels intimate, experimental, and quietly confident. In a landscape often driven by immediacy, this EP chooses depth and direction instead.” -

- Edgar Allan Poets

“...he channels the spirit of the independent musician that’s reflective and endlessly creative.”

- Plastic Magazine 

“An Exception”

“I Forget Myself never ceases to amaze with its craftsmanship, and “An Exception” positions him as one of the leading forces on the modern music scene. If you love your music complex, dynamic, clever, and otherworldly, then this material will be right up your alley.”

– Thoughts Words Action

“If you’re looking for something moody and atmospheric to start your 2026 playlist, this is well worth a spin.”

- The Moshville Times

“The five songs feel refined yet curious, shaped by decades spent writing, producing, and performing across continents.”

– Tunesaround

“What makes the five songs, in my opinion, absolutely worth listening to is the tension-filled atmosphere and the unmistakable voice, whose dynamics and intensity are hard to resist.”

- IndieTapes

“I Forget Myself’s musical abilities truly shine…”

- Lost in the Manor

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