MEXICO CITY, MEXICO – Acclaimed Dutch singer- songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Harry Kappen will release his poignant new single, “Distant Shore,” on May 21. The track is the latest offering from his acclaimed album, After the Crossing — the first full- length album written and recorded following his move from the Netherlands to Mexico.
Written, performed, and produced entirely by Kappen, “Distant Shore” is an emotionally charged meditation on displacement, survival, and hope. Inspired by the countless stories of refugees risking everything to escape war, poverty, and violence, the song reflects on the desperation and courage of those seeking a safer future for themselves and their children.
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“When I voluntarily made my own crossing to Mexico, I realized what a privilege it was to have a choice,” says Kappen. “It’s impossible to compare my experience to those forced to flee under life-threatening circumstances. I have enormous respect for their courage and determination.”
Driven by haunting mellotron textures and cinematic arrangements inspired in part by David Bowie’s iconic “Space Oddity,” “Distant Shore” blends atmospheric art-rock with deeply human storytelling. The track captures both the physical peril and emotional uncertainty of migration through evocative lyrics and Kappen’s expressive vocal performance.
“Distant Shore” follows the successful release of Kappen’s previous single, “Balance,” and further showcases the artistic depth and emotional honesty that have become hallmarks of his music.
