Philip McLaughlin

Philip McLaughlin makes pop music that tells other people’s stories — and somehow makes them feel like your own. His debut albums, Cowgirl Josie and In Jessica We Trust, aren’t about him at all. They’re inspired by the real lives of his aunt and his stepmom’s friend, turned into vivid, cinematic soundtracks full of emotion, humor, and chaos. McLaughlin blends sharp pop instincts with the honesty of a storyteller, creating songs that hit hard and stick around. With every release, he proves that the best stories don’t have to be yours to feel real.