This edition of LITM Singer-Songwriter Picks features lilting melodies, groovy basslines and self-inflicted earworms from the artists - Dimitri Delakovias, Sophie Moore, E.G. Phillips, Sean Griffin and Lee Feather and The Night Movers.
1. Dimitri Delakovias – Shaking Off the Lies
A powerful think-piece crafted into a raw, spoken-word poem, ‘Shaking Off The Lies’ is a track designed to hit you with uncomfortable truths about the current state of society. It lays out its theme with a much-needed, unruly confidence, using lines like “It might all go away if you keep your head in the sand” as direct calls to action. The vocal-led arrangement brings out the rawness of the theme through raspy textures and an increasing sense of urgency as the track progresses. Meanwhile, the instrumental section remains minimal, featuring gentle atmospheric shimmering overtones and jangly guitar in "unrest mode." The track reiterates that feeling of unease in jeremiad fashion, having the layers break the foundations of a traditional structured beat, letting the music take wing and "free bird" in its own time.
2. Sophie Moore – Down the Road
Nashville artist Sophie Moore’s latest track, ‘Down the Road,’ is one of those pieces that triggers a singular, visceral ‘YES’ right from the beginning. The track is oozing with a charming vintage vibe, featuring mellowed colour palettes and a healthy blend of soothing timbres, ranging from earthy and rustic to buttery and smooth. Everything from the instrumentation to the vocals feels fresh, yet like meeting an old friend to catch up. With its light, airy drums, velvety vocals that dance around the beat, and gentle keys alongside a groovy bassline that pulls you in, the track captures a ‘desert vibe’ with distinct folk and bluesy influences.
3. E.G. Phillips - Please Don't Make Me Come Back from the Moon
E.G. Phillips has just released a track that’s equal parts whimsical and charming, where the character is living their best life on Earth’s little satellite, ignoring all calls to return to the home planet. The unfiltered vocals, alongside the slightly drunken brass section and easy-going beat, produce that same zero-gravity vibe. With lyrics like “bake rice cakes with rabbits, eat cheese all afternoon,” the song crafts a quirky dreamscape full of Alice in Wonderland-style visuals. It’s one of those songs that works perfectly for immediate escapism.
4. Sean Griffin - That's All She Wrote
In a complete u-turn from the previous tracks, ‘That’s All She Wrote’ is all about danceable boogie-style beats, groovy melodies, and infectious energy. The song uses various instruments—bass guitars, keys, and more—where each matches the others’ energy, feeding off of pure vibes. Just when you think it’s over, the track nearly doubles its speed. The vocalist’s textures complement the song's jazzy arrangement, and the mouth organ that appears towards the end steals the show with its entertaining frills. All in all, a fun track!
5. Lee Feather and The Night Movers - Cavalry
Another bluesy track on the list is Lee Feather and The Night Movers’ ‘Calvary’, a slow-paced, soothing track with lilting melody lines and rustic instrumentation. The track sits atop a gently moving bassline, going up and down the scales, as the instrumentation creates a floaty dreamscape with a contrast of honey tones and earthy textures. The low-pitched vocals add a smoky tone, contrasting the gentler, more docile mid-tones and overtones, while a few pops of instrumentation are sprinkled in between.
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