Ocie Elliot is winning a loyal following addicted to their effective duets. Their voices each retaining unique character while complimentary blending. It’s a testament to their tonality. The duo consists of Sierra Lundy who offers lush rich whispery depth while Jon Middleton brings some weighted presence.
Their new single Come On By is one of their best. It has some classic Simon and Garfunkel folk flair while embracing an indie country sensibility akin to Gregory Alan Isakov. The duet also triggers memories of the film Once, though Middleton is notably smoother in his delivery. It’s the charm that signals the reference, Ocie Elliot has a lot of it.
Hear Come On By now on our Emerging Folk Playlist.
Taylor Pearlstein is intoxicating on the lovers lament that is Back Away. Her voice convincingly presents this candid poetry like an emotional prisoner desperate for an escape. Her conjured hurt; wandering hopelessly like someone trying to figure out where they fit into all of it.
The music’s melancholy roots find romantic contrast from her inspired vocal performance, one that can’t shake its instinctual beauty. That contrast should connect with fans of Weyes Blood and Lucy Dacus.
Hear Back Away now on our Emerging Folk Playlist.
Dreamy harmonies engulf you like a warm blanket on a brisk day at the onset of Valentine’s, the new single from Laura Lucas. The initial melodic progression brings conceptual nostalgia, citing the legacy of 50s influence in the chord choices. The chorus adapts the vibe with an enriched indie inspired orchestrated depth.
The dynamic arrangement honors Laura’s entrancing melodic range. Stylistically Valentine’s bridges the auras of Lana Del Rey and Allison Krauss. We adore it.
Laura Lucas is featured on our Emerging Folk Playlist.
John Smith reinvents blue eyed soul on his infectious new single The World Turns. There’s a classic reverence to his writing that cites stalwarts like Steve Winwood and Bruce Hornsby, while adding some of the smooth percussive playing known to John Mayer. The guitar work is truly incredible. It’s no wonder John Smith has backed up icons like Joan Baez and David Gray.
He’s a great singer too. Smith’s voice trembles with conjured emotion, adding to the sentimentality of the moment. The minimalistic arrangement is simple and amplifies the songs intoxicating essence. Slightly contemporary but undeniably fresh, we find it delightful.
Hear The World Turns now on our Emerging Folk Playlist.
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