This edition of LITM Singer-Songwriter Picks brings to you gentle guitar driven tunes to pop-rock tracks coloured with the deepest shades of yearning.. The list features artists Michellar, Neo Brightwell, JudeS, and more.
Michellar - Love Peace War - Acoustic Remix
Starting off with a reflective, introspective guitar riff, ‘Love Peace War - Acoustic Remix’ by Michellar stands like a beacon of light in the utterly chaotic, cruel political times of today. The instrumentation is fairly simple, with a gentle guitar tune driving the track. The acoustic version of the song works beautifully, because it allows the light to solely shine on the hopeful, real lyricism and vocals that reflect those emotions perfectly. Lyrically, the song holds up the importance of love, kindness, and compassion amidst the upheaval that we see in multiple places all around the globe. A song as important as it is beautiful, it absolutely deserves a listen, and then many more.
Neo Brightwell - The House Was Haunted, But It Knew My Name
A slow, intentional, and reflective guitar riff starts off the track, ‘The House Was Haunted, But It Knew My Name’ by Neo Brightwell will have you know that you are in for something special right from the first note. The instrumentation is coloured by elements of Americana, country, an inkling of the gospel sound, and this creates something visceral and raw. The vocals are characterised by a contained expression of strength and resilience. Lyrics are poetic, as they navigate metaphors and imagery in a truly powerful manner. You hear this song once, and you’ll know soon enough that it is going to be your new obsession.
JudeS - Game Over, Ovèr
Starting off with a soft, sombre guitar riff, ‘Game Over, Ovèr’ by JudeS will touch you with its pain even if you don’t share the context, and if you do, well then have your tissues handy. The instrumentation builds slowly, and in a way that feels gradual and unhurried, and before you know it the song will have reached its peak, offering you dense, lush textures. The vocals are brimming with immense depth and emotion, and hold both pain and resilience beautifully. This song deserves a sure place on your playlists, and you will be doing yourself injustice if you don’t add it.
Alexander Abreu and José Alberto EL Ruiseñor - De Tu Alma Preso
A Cuban extravaganza establishing itself within the very first few notes, ‘De Tu Alma Preso’ by Alexander Abreu and José Alberto EL Ruiseñor will make you dance the night away and leave all your worries behind. The instrumentation brings together salsa music, jazz, funk, which creates an intoxicatingly lively energy that you can’t help but get consumed by. The vocals as well are unimaginably magnetic, expressive and of course full of skill. You don’t have to know the language in order to enjoy this song, because it simply transcends such barriers. There is no better choice than this track if you are looking to get into Cuban music or Caribbean music in general.
Adi Lee - ADDICTED
Bringing to you a cinematic experience right from the first second, ‘ADDICTED’ by Adi Lee will leave you feeling surprised with every turn it takes. The instrumentation leans toward a shade of electronic pop-rock energy that does not fail to get you into an intoxicating flow and groove. Layers of guitars, steady percussion, and cinematic synths come together to create a grand narrative and experience. The sound is very 2010s, with its emotion drenched lyricism and vocals, with the instrumentation effectively mirroring that emotion. You cannot help but be utterly “addicted” to this song, and you’ll thank yourself for clicking on the link below.
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