This week’s edition of LITM Singer-Songwriter Picks features pieces from Jenni Dale Lord and more!
Jenni Dale Lord - “A Million Moments”
Jenni Dale Lord blends country, rock, and blues into a high-energy sound, earning acclaim with chart-topping singles and captivating performances across Texas and beyond — and on her latest single, “A Million Moments”, she brings a warm, soulful listen with her vocals gently cusped by the acoustic guitars and the minimalistic drumming in the background. As the choruses waft over you, the vocal layers in the production stand out particularly, while the melodic writing of this track bring a smile to your face. All in all, a heartwarming listen! Take a listen to the track here:
Kimberly Morgan York - “FUN”
Born in Southern Kentucky, Kimberly Morgan York infuses her Appalachian roots into heartfelt country songs, now captivating audiences with her latest single, “FUN” — a track that brings the feel-good of rock and roll music, and blends it with the familiarity and warmth of country music; and all through the track, there’s a warm, welcoming energy to this track that makes it infectious to listen to from start to finish. The lead guitars and the drumming keep the song chugging along smoothly as the solo towards the middle of the track switches things up quite handsomely. All in all, an enjoyable listen! Check out the track here:
Al Shalliker - “Time Out of Mind”
Al Shalliker, an alt-folk singer-songwriter from Plymouth, England, is known for his distinctive songcraft as the lead songwriter for the band Watershed. Now producing music as a solo artist, he brings his latest single, “Time Out Of Mind”, a fiesta of feel-good country pop music blending inflects with a little bit of jazz, blues, and ragtime; the perfect song to throw on when you’re in the mood for a fancy drink, I’d say; the vocals shine with their gritty texture, while the guitars and the plucked basses create the perfect foundation for the singing, which is powerful and soulful all at the same time. All in all, do yourself a favor, and check out the track here:
Wittmar - “Drops Of Rain”
WITTMAR is a Swedish folk-rock band formed in 2020, blending folk, americana blues, and 70s prog rock to create a velvety dark, Nordic-inspired sound — and on their latest track, “Drops Of Rain”, they bring the comforting, soulful sound of the genre to the fore, with a relaxing, ethereal production, brilliantly executed vocals and expressive instrumentation that’s sure to keep you hooked from beginning to end. Playing great support are the varied and layered guitars and the energetic chorus sections, which are sure to bring a wide smile to your face. Take a listen to the track here!
Yorige - “Pulkun Pulkun”
YORIGE is a neo-folk duo formed by Aaron Fross and producer Nix Bakx, blending traditional sounds with modern influences to promote cultural heritage and raise national awareness — and on their latest release, “Pulkun Pulkun”, they bring the best of traditional music inspired from tribes and ancient influences, blending it seamlessly with an experimental rock sound with progressive elements. Be it the dramatic vocal lines or the use of unconventional instrumentation like the mouth harps, this track shines in terms of how well it’s able to push and bend envelopes; and that makes it a winner of a listen with a hearty recommendation. Check out the track here!
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