Jamie Perrett<\/strong> has lived a life shaped by chaos, survival, and, ultimately, music. The London-born artist\u2014son of Peter Perrett<\/strong> of The Only Ones<\/strong>\u2014is carving out his own space with a sound that blends indie rock, post-punk grit, grunge intensity, and flashes of psychedelia. With the release of his debut EP Nepo Baby<\/em><\/strong>, Perrett is ready to step forward as a songwriter in his own right.<\/p>\n Growing up in Forest Hill, South East London, Jamie describes his childhood as both green and hostile, marked by family struggles and his parents\u2019 battles with addiction. \u201cMusic became my escape, my therapy, my shield, and my weapon,<\/em><\/strong>\u201d he explains. That survival instinct shaped his path, leading him to play in projects like Babyshambles<\/strong>, Love Minus Zero<\/strong>, and Strangefruit<\/strong>, as well as producing his father\u2019s last two solo records. But now, his focus is firmly on his own work.<\/p>\n That vision resulted in his debut EP Nepo Baby<\/em>, a project he not only wrote but also self-produced<\/strong>. \u201cIt was liberating<\/em><\/strong>,\u201d he says. \u201cI had a clear vision from the moment I wrote the songs on acoustic guitar. Producing it myself meant I could follow my instincts completely<\/em>.\u201d<\/p>\n The title Nepo Baby<\/strong> is deliberately provocative. In an era where the term sparks debate, Jamie leans into it. \u201cIt was about owning the label and addressing the elephant in the room. People make assumptions the moment they hear it. This EP is my way of saying: yes, that\u2019s part of my story.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n With Nepo Baby<\/em> now out, Jamie is already looking ahead. An album is finished, more songs are ready, and live shows are lined up.<\/p>\n Keep reading to discover more about Jamie Perrett\u2019s journey, Nepo Baby<\/em>, and what comes next.<\/p>\n How would you describe your music?<\/strong><\/p>\n Melodic but gritty. Rock with a dark edge. The lyrics dive into tragedy and difficult truths.<\/p>\n What\u2019s your musical journey been like?<\/strong><\/p>\n Music was survival. I enjoyed playing in projects like Babyshambles, Love Minus Zero, Strangefruit, and working with my dad, Peter Perrett of The Only Ones \u2014 playing guitar and producing his last two solo records. But I think ultimately I\u2019m a songwriter, I always knew I had to write and sing my own songs. Because that\u2019s where my heart is.<\/p>\n Your debut EP Nepo Baby has just been released. How does it feel?<\/strong><\/p>\n Amazing \u2014 and like just the beginning. I already have an album recorded, plus loads more songs ready to go. I can\u2019t wait to share them.<\/p>\n The title Nepo Baby is striking. Why did you choose it?<\/strong><\/p>\n It was about owning the label and addressing the elephant in the room. People make assumptions the moment they hear the term \u201cnepo baby.\u201d This EP is my way of saying: yes, that\u2019s part of my story \u2014 but it\u2019s not the whole story. My childhood was chaotic and lonely. My parents were addicted to crack and heroin, and we lived in extreme conditions. Survival meant resilience. Music gave me a way through.<\/p>\n You produced the EP yourself. How was that process?<\/strong><\/p>\n Liberating. I had a clear vision from the moment I wrote the songs on acoustic guitar. Producing it myself meant I could follow my instincts completely. With the experience I\u2019ve had producing other records, I finally felt ready to make something that was 100% me.<\/p>\n What\u2019s next?<\/strong><\/p>\n Stockholm on September 20th at The Brewery, and Nantes on September 28th at AK Shelter. Then a UK tour in October, and possibly Greece mid-October.<\/p>\n What message do you want your music to carry?<\/strong><\/p>\n Escape. Whether from your past, your problems, or just the grind of everyday life. Music can take you somewhere else, make you dream, and maybe even inspire you to pick up an instrument yourself.<\/p>\n![](\"https:\/\/inmusicblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/img_1449.jpg?w=1024\")
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