It’s about time Ren Gill got his own NSC thread, I think.
This ridiculously talented rapper/singer/songwriter/multi-instrumentalist/producer is a long-time Brighton resident (when not undergoing treatment) – and well on his way to becoming a global superstar.
Some of you will know of him. Many won’t - yet. So here’s a primer…
Ren’s a chronically sick young man. ME, Lyme’s disease, mental illness and more.
I’m going to do him a massive disservice if I attempt to cover the history of his illnesses in a few lines, but if you’re interested in the full story, he writes about it on his fundraising page…
And the Mail did an article many years ago...
Alternatively, jump straight to his music, which is often autobiographical anyway…
‘Hi Ren’ takes you deep inside Gill’s tormented psyche as he battles with his subconscious (yeah, Eminem did it!). This MASTERPIECE has 7m+ views and, tellingly, has spawned dozens and dozens of reaction videos and many essays too.
I’ve seen it compared to Bohemian Rhapsody numerous times. It doesn’t sound like it (dur), but is similarly epic (9min 19sec, in fact) with several switches of style.
Start right here. Stay to the very end.
Hard-hitting ‘Sick Boi’, his latest release, gives an insight into some his past treatment (and mistreatment) - er, with a side-order of anti-capitalism.
‘Money Game 2’ has 7.8m views. But probably 100s of millions on TikTok, as the GENIUS middle section – capitalism explained as a 10-part nursery rhyme - became a popular meme. Love this.
'The Tale of Jenny & Screech' is an epic trilogy, brilliantly executed. Great storytelling, with a twist…
He really can sing…
Cont. below...
This ridiculously talented rapper/singer/songwriter/multi-instrumentalist/producer is a long-time Brighton resident (when not undergoing treatment) – and well on his way to becoming a global superstar.
Some of you will know of him. Many won’t - yet. So here’s a primer…
Ren’s a chronically sick young man. ME, Lyme’s disease, mental illness and more.
I’m going to do him a massive disservice if I attempt to cover the history of his illnesses in a few lines, but if you’re interested in the full story, he writes about it on his fundraising page…
Donate to Help Ren get medical treatment for lyme disease, organized by Ren Gill
It's really difficult for me to begin writing this as I take a lot of pride i… Ren Gill needs your support for Help Ren get medical treatment for lyme disease
www.gofundme.com
And the Mail did an article many years ago...
Lyme disease forces musician to give up his dream career with Sony
Ren Gill, 25, from Brighton, was first diagnosed with depression and bipolar disorder, then chronic fatigue syndrome but was finally diagnosed with Lyme disease at a clinic in Brussels.
www.dailymail.co.uk
Alternatively, jump straight to his music, which is often autobiographical anyway…
‘Hi Ren’ takes you deep inside Gill’s tormented psyche as he battles with his subconscious (yeah, Eminem did it!). This MASTERPIECE has 7m+ views and, tellingly, has spawned dozens and dozens of reaction videos and many essays too.
I’ve seen it compared to Bohemian Rhapsody numerous times. It doesn’t sound like it (dur), but is similarly epic (9min 19sec, in fact) with several switches of style.
Start right here. Stay to the very end.
Hard-hitting ‘Sick Boi’, his latest release, gives an insight into some his past treatment (and mistreatment) - er, with a side-order of anti-capitalism.
‘Money Game 2’ has 7.8m views. But probably 100s of millions on TikTok, as the GENIUS middle section – capitalism explained as a 10-part nursery rhyme - became a popular meme. Love this.
'The Tale of Jenny & Screech' is an epic trilogy, brilliantly executed. Great storytelling, with a twist…
He really can sing…
Cont. below...