With There Are No Words, Ker turns inward and delivers a quietly affecting second single from his forthcoming album, Converging Paths. It’s a love song that never actually uses the word “love”—a deliberate and thoughtful choice that perfectly captures the spirit of the track. Instead of grand declarations, Ker leans into suggestion and shared understanding, framing “our song” as a melody that binds two people together beyond language. In this case, the absence of words becomes the point.
Stylistically, the track sets the emotional and sonic tone for the album to come. There’s a soft sentimental lilt throughout—uplifting without tipping into sentimentality. The arrangement feels measured and mature, echoing the craftsmanship of mid-’60s to mid-’70s singer-songwriters, an era Ker openly draws inspiration from. This is music where lyrics matter and melodies are allowed to breathe. The production, shaped by Jamie Graham’s assured hand on drums and behind the console, keeps everything warm and cohesive. Peter Fairbairn’s bass and keys round out the sonic palette with understated finesse, adding depth without overshadowing the song’s intimacy. Together, they create a soundscape that feels both classic and personal—polished, yet unpretentious.
Ker’s journey to this point adds another layer to the listening experience. Born in Edinburgh and later immersed in international marketing careers across Birmingham and London, music wasn’t always the main pursuit. It wasn’t until 2014, after walking into a music store in Kalispell, Montana in search of guitar lessons, that his creative path truly converged. From learning guitar and music theory to transforming previously written poems into lyrics, his evolution as a songwriter feels organic and hard-earned. That background is audible here: the structure is deliberate, the melody carefully constructed, and the emotional tone sincere. “There Are No Words” ultimately functions as a public acknowledgment of a deeply personal connection. It’s not a stadium anthem or a sweeping cinematic ballad. Instead, it’s something more intimate—a private smile shared in plain sight. The song closes on the modest but powerful image of the intended recipient responding “knowingly with just a smile,” and that quiet affirmation encapsulates the track’s charm. In an age of overstatement, Ker offers restraint. And in that restraint, he finds resonance.