This week’s edition of LITM Singer-Songwriter Picks features pieces from Bombardier Jones and more!
Bombardier Jones - “Let The Light Shine”
Bombardier Jones, the musical moniker of singer/songwriter/producer Ian Jones since the '90s, blends British psychedelia and post-punk influences into a unique sound, with his latest single, “Let The Light Shine”, a beautifully presented soft rock number with a pop and country twist. With the brasses injecting life and fervour into the mix, the vocal performance truly stands out here, with an effortless flow throughout the song that’s much appreciated. The ensemble is no slouch, either, with a great balance between the instruments, making this a solidly well-put-together listen that’s entertaining from start to end. Take a listen to the track here!
Fiona Amaka - “Tell Her Why - Acoustic Version”
Fiona Amaka is a London-based singer-songwriter and guitarist whose jangly folk-rock sound is infused with blues and soul elements, presenting a soulful track on the acoustic version of “Tell Her Why” — and from beginning to end, this song carries itself with a rhythm and groove that makes you sway to it like it’s the wind; with lush reverbs dotting the song, and Fiona’s soulful vocals with their myriad layers make this a song to sing along to gently. With the ensemble consisting of simply the acoustic guitar executed to perfection, this song presents a listening proposition that’s hard to miss. Take a listen to the track here!
Joe Sensible - “Withered”
Joe Sensible is a Scottish songwriter and musician whose music captures the raw, unpolished emotions of his youth, presenting them with its soul bared for the world to hear and experience — and on his latest track, “Withered”, he brings a minimalistically produced pop masterpiece that is bound to make you hum along. While Joe shines with his storytelling with the lyrics and themes, the ensemble closely plays support with the acoustic guitars and gentle percussion that presents an easy, comforting listening experience. The addition of the synths and the atmosphere in the choruses are much appreciated, as the song comes to a gentle close — take a listen to the track here!
Yon Idy - “Ghosts”
Yon Idy is a Skopje-born singer-songwriter making waves across Europe with his indie-pop sound that blends influences from The Beatles and Leonard Cohen; his debut album Ghosts, of which we take a look at the title track, presents a soulful, groovy listening experience that defines experimentalism in indie pop. With a delightfully retro electronic pop sound in the percussion, Yon brings the energy in the chorus with the banjos, acoustic guitars and organic sounds that lend themselves to a happy, fun sound that you’re bound to appreciate, no matter the time of day. Take a listen to the track here!
Izzy Skinner - “I Used To Know This Guy”
Izzy Skinner is a singer and songwriter that, on her latest single, “I Used To Know This Guy” presents an innovative, soulful ballad with the elements of bedroom pop, pop punk, and grunge music. Be it the innovative production with the toy guitars, or the slow, flowing rhythm that blends effortlessly into the legato strings, or the vocal performance, this track has the all in terms of the energy balance it strikes, and the synergy between all the instruments. From beginning to end, the lyrical themes are the soul of this song, and it’s presented rather beautifully. Take a listen to the track here!
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