A Review of Ross Learmonth's Epic New Single - 'Opposites'
- I'm Not From London
- Apr 25
- 2 min read
ROSS LEARMONTH CELEBRATES LOVE'S CONTRASTS IN FRESH NEW SINGLE ‘OPPOSITES’... Renowned Johannesburg South African singer-songwriter Ross Learmonth has dropped his latest single, ‘Opposites’ - out now on all major digital platforms.
Ross Learmonth returns with ‘Opposites’, a sharp, confident single that captures the ever-intriguing friction between emotional vulnerability and bright, accessible pop songwriting. Formerly the voice of South African rock heavyweights Prime Circle, Learmonth’s solo work has steadily shifted from arena-sized anthems to something more intimate, though no less powerful. ‘Opposites’ feels like the strongest bridge yet between those two worlds.
Built on buoyant guitar riffs, shimmering synth layers and a clean rhythmic pulse, the track is effortlessly hooky without sacrificing depth. There’s a warmth to the production, handled remotely by trusted collaborators Rusti Rossouw and Tristan Carmichael (the team behind ‘Honey’ and ‘Because of You’), that gives it broad pop appeal while still retaining its emotional heart.
‘Opposites’ reflects on the strange alchemy of relationships—how contradiction and difference can often fuel connection. It’s a sentiment rooted in personal experience; Learmonth loosely credits his parents' dynamic, along with his own encounters in love, as the song’s emotional anchor. His vocal delivery walks the line between playful and earnest, which suits the theme—there’s a wink in his voice, but also a sincerity that cuts through.
The result is a polished yet personal track that feels radio-ready but not overly manufactured. Already making its way up the charts in South Africa and drawing attention across key Apple Music playlists, ‘Opposites’ is poised to become a crossover moment for Learmonth—one that introduces his solo identity to international audiences with confidence.
It’s an addictive, cleanly crafted song that lingers, not just for its melody, but for the way it captures the messiness of love with such a light touch. If this is the tone of what’s to come on his next album, Learmonth’s second chapter is shaping up to be his most exciting yet.
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