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Will Linley chats about new EP "Magic", his fans and family

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Will Linley is arguably SA's fastest rising pop star of the last two years. With a string of hit singles, along with sold-out shows in the UK and the US, his latest EP "Magic" shows off the evolution of his sound and songwriting growth. He sat down at Smile FM to talk about the music, his fans, and why his family is so important to him.

19 Nov 2023 English South Africa Music Interviews

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