This edition of LITM Singer-Songwriter Picks brings to you tender whimsical tunes to tracks that hold big philosophical thoughts in them. The list features artists Jennifer Allsbrook, Ian Roland, Nikiré, and more.
Jennifer Allsbrook - The Great Divide
Layered acoustic guitar notes opening the track, ‘The Great Divide’ by Jennifer Allsbrook will enchant you with its beautiful work with layers. Allsbrook’s vocals are layered in a very interesting way where one layer exudes softness and gentleness, while the other exudes strength and determination with regards to tonal quality. Genre wise the song leans largely towards the folk sound, while also borrowing elements from rock. Tonally the song also has a theatrical element to it because of the range of the vocals and the way they are at the centrestage of the song. Emotive and holding strength in its softness, this song will have your heart.
Ian Roland - 20 Breaths Of Love Per Minute
Making you imagine yourself strolling down a street full of bright, green, towering trees, ‘20 Breaths Of Love Per Minute’ by Ian Roland is heartwarming and that is simply an understatement. The song has the earnestness of retro music while bringing in a contemporary angle to itself. The instrumentation is warm and lush, largely characterised by shiny, shimmering guitars, subtle percussion, and the grounding piano notes. Lyrically, the song alludes to the idea of a soft, gentle, unhurried love, much like the way trees exist around us. The connection of trees and nature and love is an interesting one, for if you really see, all that we do is in some way a reflection of the nature around us.
Nikiré - REFLECTIONS make you develop
Taking on a 60s sound, ‘REFLECTIONS make you develop’ by Nikiré offers an interesting soundscape that takes something from the old and something from the new. The fusion that is created then stays true to both the worlds. The song is heavy on philosophical thoughts, as it urges you to reflect on your life – your decisions, your actions and more – which will thereby help you better interact with life. The song then is pure philosophy weaved into beautifully crafted musical notes. The song will truly have you looking within yourself and asking questions that you might’ve avoided asking till now.
John Smyths - Last Night
A happy, sunshine-y blend of guitars and drums starting off the track, ‘Last Night’ by John Smyths feels like watching a movie but through music. The song takes on a storytelling form of lyricism, as the narrator in the song looks back on days gone by and then brings them in conversation to the present. Genre wise the song blends together essential country elements with some rock elements. The song is warm, with a beautiful tone of nostalgia coloured all over it. If a warm, sweet country-rock track seems like your vibe, you should absolutely give this one a chance.
Louis O'Hara - The Kid in Me
Brimming with bittersweet nostalgia, ‘The Kid in Me’ by Louis O'Hara feels like looking out the window in a moving bus and thinking about days long gone by. The song holds a lot of space for the listener to contemplate and wonder about the kid in themself, with the instrumental sections and non-overpowering vocal sections. What the vocals really do is gently hold the listener by the hand and slightly guide their contemplation in the direction that the song is situated. The soundscape of the track itself is very nostalgic, whimsical, and very at one with naturistic elements. Full of sweet tenderness, this song will make you think of the dreams you once had and make you wonder as to where those dreams flew away to.
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