A love letter to the Golden State written in the aftermath of a Southern California wildfire
LOS ANGELES (September 12, 2025) — Singer-songwriter Scott Marshall, performing under the name LifeSize, releases his new single "California Home" today. The upbeat pop-rock track is both a love letter to and a reckoning with his home state, written in the aftermath of surviving a Southern California wildfire.
Marshall, who came of age in Seattle’s vibrant music scene, grew up on a mix of The Beatles, Hendrix, Sonic Youth and local legends Screaming Trees, influences that shaped the eclectic sound he now carries into his Los Angeles–based work.
Produced by Grammy-winning producer Dave Darling and Marshall himself, "California Home" draws inspiration from California icons like the Beach Boys while also nodding to the modern pop-rock stylings of Maroon 5 and The Neighbourhood. The single is the fourth release leading up to LifeSize’s eponymous album, "LifeSize," set for Oct. 17.
"'California Home' is a song I wrote in the wake of surviving a Southern California wildfire," said Marshall. "I was struggling with my love affair for California and wanted to write a personal, reflective and observational song about what it means to me to be a Californian."
The lyrics highlight both the beauty and contradictions of life in the Golden State, moving from coastal imagery to traffic-weary musings, while carrying a distinctly uplifting tone.
Marshall reflects, “Bus tires drone on a flat Midwest lane / Makes you ache for the crack of a breaking wave,” underscoring the tension between leaving California and the longing to return.
I tried to write unvarnished, yet uplifting lyrics to music that gives homage to great California bands"
- Scott Marshall
The track doubles as a sweeping portrait of California. With nods to the state’s vast landscapes, Marshall sings, “Sing: Sierra, Joshua … No matter where I roam, it’s my home, California home,” anchoring the song’s chorus in both pride and yearning.
Images and artwork by Joe Tamel and George Kander.
"California Home" is out now on all streaming platforms.
About LifeSize
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LifeSize is the project of Los Angeles-based artist Scott, blending heartfelt songwriting with roots-rock energy. His music has earned praised by The Mercury News as “poignant” and “vastly appealing,” drawing comparisons to legends like Tom Petty, Mark Knopfler, and Bruce Springsteen. With a sound that’s both timeless and deeply personal, LifeSize continues to build momentum—new music is set to arrive in 2025.
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Scott Marshall, the artist behind LifeSize, came of age in Seattle during a cultural boom that shaped his creative foundation. Growing up between households after his parents’ divorce, he absorbed a wide spectrum of sounds, from The Beatles and Hendrix to Sonic Youth and Screaming Trees, influences that continue to inform his expansive pop-rock sound.
After relocating to California following years of travel, Marshall began releasing music under the name LifeSize with Grammy-winning producer Dave Darling. The three critically acclaimed albums he's released so far have earned national airplay on KCSN, KEXP, and The Krush, and won praise from critics for his blend of roots-rock storytelling and genre-crossing ambition. His breakout album, "Woolsey," doubled as a tribute to California and a fundraiser for wildfire recovery, with proceeds benefiting Direct Relief.
With a voice both intimate yet expansive, Marshall continues to craft music that's timeless and resonant. "California Home," out now, is the fourth single leading up to his forthcoming album, "LifeSize," due Oct. 17, 2025.