This edition of LITM Singer-Songwriter Picks will have your heart brim with nostalgia and hope, and make you feel like there’s sunshine after long days of rain and gloom. The list features Oaken Lee, Mitch Dubin, Tahani, and more.
Oaken Lee - One Summer Gone
Creating magic in 1:59 minutes, Oaken Lee’s ‘One Summer Gone’ will have you wishing the song were a few minutes longer. Folk influences ringing strong in this indie pop track, it beautifully captures a story of a summer romance – a romance that stays frozen in that summer. The gentle movement of the synths throughout the length of the track and the simple, raw vocals of Lee capture the feeling of nostalgia and ache effectively. Painting a tale within a beautiful melody, this song will have you remembering the summers where you found and lost someone, and will have you hitting on the rewind button just to feel it all once again.
Mitch Dubin - Whole Damn Heart
A tribute to his family for standing beside him in his darkest times, Mitch Dubin’s ‘Whole Damn Heart’ stands testament to the role our families play in our lives. Dubin chooses to be deeply vulnerable in this song, which is what makes the song so very special. A gentle guitar melody drives the song which allows the songwriting to shine through. The song has hip-hop qualities to it, with some of the verses having Dubin rapping. The song makes no attempt at hiding its truth which helps people deeply connect to it, especially people who have been through what Dubin has. A soul-rendering piece of music, it’ll have you appreciating your loved ones a little more.
Tahani - Twist of Fate
A simple, smooth guitar melody shining throughout the track, Tahani’s ‘Twist of Hate’ will touch your heart through its 2000s alternative country sound. The song has Tahani dealing with concepts of forgiveness and closure, things that all of us can relate to in some capacity. There is a rawness to the song, where no attempt has been made to be subtle about the experiences. The simple, acoustic nature of the song helps with the vulnerability that the song is aiming at, creating an intimate, warm atmosphere. Authenticity at its best, this song will have you paying close attention to it, and thereby sharing in on the emotions that went into making the song.
Hannah Wood - Rabbits
Shimmery guitar melodies making the base of the track, ‘Rabbits’ by Hannah Wood is an indie-folk track that evokes depth through its minimal production choices. As the song builds, layers are introduced, but they are introduced in a way that one instrument doesn’t overwhelm the other. The layers are allowed to breathe, which helps in creating a rather wholesome listening experience. The song will make you feel okay about wanting to be with someone despite not feeling lonely which is something that a lot of people struggle with. The song with its inviting soundscape and relatable lyrics is sure to fill your heart with warmth.
Eric Moeller and the All-In Band - Keep On
An epitome of what Americana music is all about, ‘Keep On’ by Eric Moeller and the All-In Band, has the kind of instrumentation and vocals which will make it a song that’s here to stay. Along with being the typical Americana track, it also has sprinkles of blues and soft rock, which add to its gentle, warm nature. The layered vocals bring strength to the track not in an overwhelming manner, but in a way that will uplift your senses. A song of hope and resilience in the face of everything that life may throw at you, this track is the kind you listen to on a bright morning.
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