In this edition of LITM Singer-Songwriter Picks we curate three excellent releases from artists Ben Tucker, Etienne Siew, and Jonathan Brenner.
Ben Tucker - Beavercreek
Ben Tucker navigates feelings of gloomy dormancy and hopelessness through an achingly beautiful and tranquil soundscape, in the song Beavercreek. The track is profound and poignant, illustrating with striking honesty, the frustration, desolation, and melancholy of being stuck in a rut and living a life devoid of passion. Ben Tucker’s timeless country music, americana aesthetics provides the perfect backdrop for the candor and vulnerability in the lyrics. The radiant guitar strums, wistful violin melodies, moving piano chords all converge into an emotive and evocative soundscape that hits smoothly and softly like a breeze. Ben Tucker’s voice, mature and raw, is suspended over the music, like rain clouds, heavy with the weight of emotions and sincerity. The song reaches for your soul, breaking it and healing it simultaneously. Listen to Beavercreek by Ben Tucker here!
Etienne Siew - Chasing Dreams
Singer-songwriter Etienne Siew crafts riveting alternative folk/roots soundscapes that are a melting pot of elements taken from his musical creativity, life experiences, and rich cultural heritage. Chasing Dreams, the title track of his debut album, chronicles the journey of going after your dreams and living a life driven by passion through commanding vocal, guitar, and lyrical displays. From the first note, the music has you engrossed, with power-packed strumming, warm guitar chords, and swirling solos. At the heart of the sound is Etienne Siew’s voice, assertive and full, it bursts into passionate and charismatic renditions of melodies with a rawness and conviction that is arresting. Chasing Dreams is the kind of song that lets you slip away into the world of the artist, experiencing their words with a vividity that makes it personal and unforgettable. Listen to Chasing Dreams by Etienne Siew here!
Jonathan Brenner - Not Gettin’ Drunk, Not Gettin’ High
Atlanta-based singer-songwriter Jonathan Brenner presents a sentimental, soothing soundscape in Not Gettin’ Drunk, Not Gettin’ High. The song is colored in hues of country, folk, Americana, and pop sounds, forming a vibrant, warm soundscape that is rich with versatile textures and tones. A breezy, galloping drum beat anchors the music to a light rhythm. Bright acoustic strums, reflective piano notes, captivating solos, and a nostalgic ambiance sets a mood of soft feeling and reminiscence. The singer infuses the song with heartfelt and vulnerable expressions of introspective lyrics, illustrating a father-son bond and the impact their relationship has on one another’s life experiences. Jonathan Brenner’s artistry combines the power of compelling narratives and evocative soundscapes in a way that is masterful and memorable. Listen to Not Gettin’ Drunk, Not Gettin’ High by Jonathan Brenner here!
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