This edition of LITM Singer-Songwriter Picks features soothing indie-folk and rock blends from the artists Yves Castonguay, Stephanie Phillips and Bash Co.
1. Yves Castonguay – Pince moe voir
If you’re looking for some classic indie rock with a crisp vintage polish, Yves Castonguay’s latest track ‘Pince moe voir’ is definitely worth a visit. The Quebec-based artist has crafted quite the infectious foot-tapper, with equal parts rustic and shimmery guitar-led lines, alongside snappy beats and husky vocals sung in French. The song uses elements of folk rock as well, with a warbly bass beneath that provides more bounce to the rough-cut twangs of the guitars, while atop, the mouth organ adds a silky, rich tone shift. This is one of those songs you’d want to catch live at a concert, or even in a cosy corner of a pub.
2. Stephanie Phillips - Try as We Might
Another raw, quaint piece with a soothing vibe from the indie folk-rock genre is Stephanie Phillips’s ‘Try as We Might’, a soft, encouraging song with an introspective outlook. This is the kind of song you’d listen to if you’re feeling down and need something to keep you company—a track to put on when you want to shut out the noise and wait out the storm outside. With a crunchy guitar underbed as the base, the cushy vocals stand out, saying “I’m right here with you” to the listener in terms of both lyrics and delivery. This hits even harder since there’s not too much polish given to the mix, letting the rawness and realness come through to feel all the more relatable. Overall, a great listen—
3. Bash Co. – Velvet
‘Velvet’ by Bash Co. is exactly what it sounds like: silky smooth instrumentation and velvety vocal timbres paired with short, romantic exchanges, evoking visuals of clear blue skies with soft white clouds passing by. With lyrics like “These cobbled streets were frozen by the winter snow”, the track takes you through incredibly cinematic passages. The vibe is gentle and uplifting, featuring classic pop-rock instrumentation, silky guitar solos, soft strumming, peppy beats, and a glossy mix. This is one song that will take you to your happy place for sure. Listen here-
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