South African-born, UK-based artist Ross Harding has released his new single, ‘Seven Nation Army (Dark Blues Version)‘, a darker, more melancholic reimagining of The White Stripes’ early-2000s classic.
Harding was nine or ten when he first heard the song and was immediately struck by its instantly recognisable kick and guitar hook — a riff so powerful it almost functions as a chorus in its own right.
Like much blues-influenced music, however, Harding always heard something more melancholic beneath the surface. His version brings that lamenting quality forward, exploring the song from a darker and more soulful perspective while retaining the hypnotic power of the original.
The track was self-produced by Ross Harding, with mastering by Lorne McGregor, and continues Harding’s developing Dark Blues sound — rooted in blues while drawing heavily from rock and darker, atmospheric production.
An accompanying DIY music video captures elements of the actual recording process alongside moody textures and visual overlays, reflecting the raw, self-produced nature of the release.
Listen to ‘Seven Nation Army’ – here
Ross Harding is currently performing extensively around the UK. All current dates are listed below.
Thursday 15th October 2026 (Ross Harding Solo Acoustic. Special Guest to Erja Lyytinen)
The Half Moon, 93 Lower Richmond Rd., London SW15 1EU
Friday 16th October 2026 (Ross Harding Solo Acoustic. Special Guest to Erja Lyytinen)
The Old Brewery Store, Mill Pl, Faversham ME13 7DY
Tuesday 10th November 2026 (Ross Harding and The Dark Blues Band. Special Guest To Jack J Hutchinson)
The Coulsdon Club, 194 Brighton Rd, Coulsdon, Greater London CR5 2NF
The Dark Blues Revival Tour 2027:
Saturday 24th April 2027
Bromsgrove Arts, Fairfield Village Hall, Stourbridge Road, Fairfield, Bromsgrove, Worcestershire, B61 9LZ
(More Dates To Be Announced)
Biography:
Ross Harding is an acclaimed Blues Rock Musician from Johannesburg, South Africa, currently based in the UK.
As a songwriter and performing artist, he personifies rich, powerful vocal abilities with mesmerizing guitar skills, gaining international industry recognition for his commanding blend of blues and rock music, reminiscent of the classic rock, grunge & blues artists of the past.
A prolific performing artist, his versatile stage performances range from a deeply soulful solo acoustic artist to a high energy blues rocker, whose experience is that of an artist much older than he. A seasoned touring musician, he has played hundreds of shows in clubs, festivals, and notable venues in his decade-long professional career. Ross Harding continues to push boundaries in his redefining approach to the blues rock genre.
“…a remarkable dark and moving depth…an experience that starts with his cracked, soulful and incredibly emotive voice which has a surprising turn of range to it…With a crisp and clear production, the subtleties of guitar and vocals are beautifully balanced…sometimes you just need to go back to your musical roots, and it’s rather fantastic that it’s taken a gentleman half my age to remind me of that fact.” – Simon Black (United Kingdom)
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