Andrew Cushin: Who is the singer championed by Louis Tomlinson, Noel Gallagher and Pete Doherty?

If you haven't heard the name Andrew Cushin yet, where've you been?

The rising singer-songwriter's already caught the attention of, and worked with, the likes of One Direction's Louis Tomlinson, Oasis's Noel Gallagher and The Libertines' Pete Doherty.

Now, as his debut album Waiting for the Rain tracks for a Top 40 debut, we're here to introduce you to one of the country's most promising new talents.

Who is this Andrew Cushin chap, then?

Andrew's a 23-year-old singer-songwriter hailing from Newcastle, UK.

What's Louis Tomlinson's involvement in Andrew Cushin's career?

From his One Direction days, when he famously championed a baby-faced 5 Seconds of Summer, to his time as judge on The X Factor, Louis' always had an eye for up-and-coming talent.

Having spotted Andrew performing on Sky Sports show Soccer AM, Louis offered him a support slot on his Faith in the Future Tour dates across the US and Europe.

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Speaking about the rising star, Louis says: "As somebody who has been interested in up and coming acts, working with Andrew was a no brainer. With his incredible voice partnered with his honesty in lyric I’m really excited to work alongside Peter [Doherty] and the Strap Originals team to help Andrew reach as many people as possible."

Returning the compliment, Andrew says: "It’s amazing to have someone as established as Louis fighting in my corner. It’s been a pleasure getting to know him on and off the stage and I’m learning a great deal from him and his team. I’m looking forward to what I know will be an enjoyable and hugely beneficial collaboration together"

Earlier this year, Louis also recruited Andrew to perform at his annual The Away from Home Festival. Andrew played alongside the likes of Blossoms, The Cribs and Louis himself at Parco BussolaDomani Lido di Camaiore, Italy.

Louis' 78 Productions Limited label has joined forces with Pete Doherty's record label to support the release of Waiting for the Rain.

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Didn't Noel Gallagher work with Andrew Cushin?

He did indeed. Oasis star Noel Gallagher actually produced Andrew's 2020 track Where's Your Family Gone. Not a bad fella to have on your side, eh?

What's Pete Doherty's involvement with Andrew Cushin?

The Libertines member Pete's record label Strap Originals has released Andrew's debut album.

Pete says: "Here at Strap Originals we always put the artist first and it's amazing that Louis Tomlinson and 78 productions are offering their support to the uber-talented Andrew Cushin."

What was Manic Street Preachers' Dave Eringa's involvement in Andrew's album?

Manic Street Preachers' Dave Eringa produced Andrew's debut album. Fancy!

Who's Andrew Cushin supported on tour so far?

Some huge names, let us tell you.

To date, Andrew's opened for the likes of Paul Weller, The Lottery Winners, Jake Bugg, Johnny Marr, Lathums and Blossoms.

Where is Andrew Cushin's Waiting for the Rain album tracking to chart in the UK?

Andrew's album looks set for a Top 40 debut, currently tracking to chart at Number 35.

What's Andrew said about the album's title track?

Speaking on Waiting for the Rain, Andrew says: "It was the first song I’d ever written. It’s also the first song that got me a manager, a record deal and started me on this journey. It’s only fair that my debut album is named after that song, as it opened so many doors."

Andrew Cushin's Waiting for the Rain album is out now via Strap Originals.