Axis Neptune

Axis Neptune is the project of Josh Cotterill, a producer and sound designer from Scarborough, UK. Drawing inspiration from soul, jazz, indie, and synth pop, he creates falsetto-driven songs layered with live instruments, deep grooves, and intricate production. Josh’s journey began with a love for guitar, inspired by icons like Jimi Hendrix and John Frusciante. After graduating with a degree in history and Chinese, he focused on music production, honing his craft with various projects before launching Axis Neptune in 2020. His debut album, Reasons, followed in early 2021, featuring the breakout single “Cherry Red,” which became BBC Introducing’s Pick of the Week. This led to a historic live session for BBC Introducing, performed from the Chinese island of Hainan—making him the first artist to broadcast live for BBC Introducing from China. Since then, Axis Neptune has been featured on BBC Radio 1, BBC Radio 6 Music, and CGTN, performed for Sofar Sounds and major venues across China, including Beijing’s prestigious Blue Note and Dusk till Dawn Club. His recent single, Bloodlines, further established his signature sound, while a collaboration with Fred Perry China and an appearance on CCTV4 highlight his growing international appeal. The new single, A Bit of Your Heart, was released in January 2025.