a late-night groove about trust, temptation, and the sting of being played

british guitarist and songwriter thomas atlas returns with foolin me, a sharp and soulful slice of modern blues-funk. co-written with lyricist robin monotti – a longtime collaborator of eric clapton – the track balances grit and grace, capturing that timeless moment when swagger meets heartbreak.

from its opening riff, foolin me swings hard: a confident guitar groove locking tight with deep-pocket drums and smooth keys. atlas’s voice carries the story with effortless soul – weathered, wise, and a little wounded. there’s a cinematic tension to it all, like smoke curling in a dimly lit bar, every chord steeped in groove and regret.

known for his genre-fusing sound that threads blues, soul, and americana, atlas brings both polish and personality here. the production feels warm and live, the kind that could only come from a musician who’s spent years playing rooms like ronnie scott’s and jools holland’s jam house.

foolin me shows a songwriter at ease with his craft – modern, melodic, and irresistibly human. it’s a reminder that the blues never die; they just find new ways to move.

thank u for making this thomas atlas 🎸