It’s over a decade since took his big chance, with the Australian singer’s father sending a demo to the producer M-Phazes. Since then, his life has changed remarkably – an impeccable pop star, Ruel has shared three brilliant albums, including this year’s essential ‘Kicking My Feet & Screaming’.

Hitting the road, Ruel has spent the bulk of summer on tour, playing a series of international dates. Touching down in London – practically a home-from-home for the songwriter – he emerged at Brixton Electric to a wall of screams from fans.

Couldn’t make it? Lucky ol’ you, got up close for some incredible photography.