We were instantly drawn into the classic duet heard on More Than You Could Give, the new single from My Sister My Brother. Featuring Sean McConnell and Garrison Starr, the performance has silver screen reverence.
Like a cherished scene highlight from your favorite tortured career biopic, More Than You Could Give captures a vibe relevant to the most rendition of A Star Is Born or the recent breakthrough hit Daisy Jones and The Six. The vocal performance rings with the essence of in the moment discovery. You can hear the real world magic that this collaboration brings. The song is truly meant for them, and the recording is bottled up magic. We as listeners get to enjoy those metaphysical benefits in both how it moves us and the historical visions it inspires.
More Than You Could Give is featured on our Emerging Folk Playlist.
We got lost in the dreamy cinematic journey that is A Named Thing is a Known Thing. This expansive title suits the musical wonder of the new single from SUGARFUNGUS. The welcoming cosmic comfort of a chiming synth lead dances like a fairy around the songs more familiar core design of voice, guitar, and shuffling percussion. The singer is smooth and candid, vibrating with a carefree essence known to florists and gardeners. Stylistically her vocal delivery bridges the gap between Sheryl Crow and Feist, while referencing a heavier appreciation for indie folk.
The thoughtful guitar work recalls the melodic understated musicianship of Jeff Buckley, finding some harmonious diamonds in the rough of conventional chords. Altogether a gorgeous release that’s refreshingly unconventional as a composition, we find it delightful.
SUGARFUNGUS are featured on our Emerging Folk Playlist.
Saints & Liars caught our attention with their new release Garden Song. Timeless Americana vibes get an alt country update on this instant classic. The singers vocal delivery is an effective combination of traditional hound dog and modern outlaw rocker.
The composition suits the sentiment and challenges the onslaught of pop country with its classic pomp. It’s the antithesis to the mainstream while adhering to a compositional standard. In that way they connect with new crossover purveyors like Tyler Childers and Chris Stapleton. Like them its got radio potential while honoring the standard of old.
Hear Garden Song now on our Emerging Folk and Indie Country Playlist.
Nick Jester finds rare nostalgia within the magnetic vibe of Kaylee. Feat Noah Floersch, the song is a soothing cinematic gem. It connects with classic compositions by The Beach Boys and adds modern lyrical clues to update the scenes time and place.
A gorgeous vocal performance gets boosted by an intriguing narrative that slowly unfolds beneath long stretched out notes. The clever lyrical quips and classic orchestrated arrangement recall recent works from modern crooner Father John Misty. It reimagines him as Fleet Foxes songwriter rather than ex drummer, encapsulating the two vibes in a way that would suit both audiences. We love Kaylee.
Hear Kaylee now on our Emerging Folk Playlist.
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