LITM Singer Songwriter Picks every week brings you the best in the singer-songwriter space. This week is filled with heavy hitters like For King + Country and more!
For King + Country - “Unsung Hero”
for KING + COUNTRY, comprised of brothers Joel and Luke Smallbone, stand as one of the music industry's most acclaimed duos, boasting four Grammy Awards, seven GMA Dove Awards, and a Billboard Music Award among their accolades— and part of their latest album, “What Are We waiting For?”, is the single, “Unsung Hero”. The gentle river of sound that they bring overcomes you gently, with the softly strummed guitars in the background pulsating to the towering vocals. The lyrics hold deep emotive impact, with each line punctuated rather nicely with the deep, rumbling orchestral percussion in the background — overall, a refreshing, memorable listen. Take a listen here!
Will Knox - “Pillow Scream”
A born storyteller, Will Knox seamlessly weaves worlds with words and chords, his journey from London to the US to the Netherlands marked by award-winning songwriting and credits on tracks amassing over 1 billion streams — and on his latest single, “Pillow Scream”, he brings forth the very best of his artistic faculties. Forming the title track for the EP of the same name, the harmonies the Will brings in this song are deep, layered, and gentle — akin to the thunderclouds in the night, wafting quietly over the skies. With his gentle ways with the vocals, he creates impact, and leaves an impression deep within; while the rest of the ensemble soundtracks his journey through this song effortlessly. Check out the track here!
Winston Orz - “Moonwalks”
Winston Orz, based in Wilmington, NC, blends classic sounds with a dark bedroom atmosphere, drawing from soul, glam rock, and synth pop influences on his latest single, “Moonwalks”. From the Gorillaz-like vocals interwoven into a slower, donwtempo classic rock sound, to the bright, warm pianos, every part of this ensemble screams polish — while Winston’s vocals stitch up magic, line by line. The mix is tight yet warm and welcoming with just the perfect balance between the elements; and the sound design is a-plus, highlighting the intense chemistry between the melodies in this song. Take a listen to the track here!
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