The Strumbellas’ frontman Simon Ward has announced his solo debut album as Simon and the Island.

Containing nine songs, Simon and the Island arrives on November 19. Pre-save it here.

In a statement, Ward shared that, “These songs are about my life. Some of them are about my struggles with mental health, some of them are love songs to my wife, who is my soul mate. This album is about being in a dark place but seeing the sliver of hope shine in. I hope it comforts and encourages others that are struggling with their own mental health that they’re not alone.”

Simon and the Island tracklist:
1. Muse
2. Moon
3. Sweep Me Off My Feet
4. On My Own
5. Scared Of Not Knowing
6. I’m Not Doing Fine
7. Ghosts
8. Miss Maples
9. Lighthouse

Listen to the first three songs from the album below.

Revisit Brooklyn’s conversation with Ward surrounding mental health.