This week’s edition of LITM Singer-Songwriter Picks features pieces from Larissa Tormey and more!
Larissa Tormey - “Fire and Water”
Larissa Tormey is an award-winning, classically trained singer-songwriter based in Ireland, seamlessly blending contemporary, folk, and gospel influences in her music — and this time, on her latest single, “Fire and Water”, she brings on guest vocals from remyO to take us on a beautiful, winding journey with the synths, and gentle acoustic guitars sweeping in the background. There is much to appreciate about the way this sing comes together with the soulful vocal presentation, and the heartwarming melodic writing that bring this song together quite nicely indeed. Take a listen to the track here!
Alex Uhlmann - “Never Be The Same”
Alex Uhlmann, a Luxembourg-born musician and former tennis player, has achieved remarkable success across Europe with gold and platinum albums in Italy, UK music awards, and many more — and aside from serving as the musical director of The Voice, he has a thriving solo career — and on his latest single, “Never Be The Same”, he presents a velvety carpet of vocal harmonies nestled amidst a synth pop track that gets you moving and grooving with its tempo from the very start. The production is deep and layered, carrying a depth and punch that’s quite distinctive. The vocals are the cherry on top as the oodles of harmonies paint a vivid musical canvas, making this track one hell of a winner. Take a listen to the track here!
Anthea Fever - “Summer’s Morning”
Anthea Fever is a composer and lyricist who’s making quite the name for themselves in the indie music scene — and today, we present to you the title track from their latest album, “Summer’s Morning”; a sunny, airy number that’s sure to infuse that sprightly bounce into your step this morning. With a gentle, downtempo production and minimalistic production that keeps the energy well-controlled and lends the vocals the focus, this song comes through beautifully in that it’s superbly well-executed; and with the ensemble in the back made of gently strummed guitars and a slow shuffle for the percussion, this song feels like home. Take a listen to the track here!
Patricio Anabalón - “Lámpara de Aceite”
Patricio Anabalón, Chilean singer-songwriter and poet, has performed worldwide, released 11 albums, published 2 poetry books, and shared the stage with renowned international artists — and on his latest single, “Lámpara de Aceite” , he presents a heartfelt ballad that reaches deep into your senses; from the angelic vocal harmonies at the start of the song, to the gentle clean electrics, the ensemble is beautifully crafted; with the bass guitars making for the anchor, holding the song together quit effortlessly. The vocal performance is smooth, husky, and punches quite strongly through the mix. The melodic writing is also of note here, with gentle melodies and counter-melodies that evolve effortlessly to make this song a soulful listen. Take a listen to the track here!
Ryan McMurtry - “Full Picture”
Singer and songwriter Ryan McMurtry has been on quite the roll recently with his brand of introspective, deep pop sound with his tenor voice — after tracks like “Summer Rain” and “Ride The Wind”, he brings his latest single, “Full Picture” — continuing on his signature country-infused sound, blending it with phased guitars and gentle drumming, and laying it all beneath soulful vocal presentations, he weaves magic with this track, as he takes us on a journey with his lyrics, and the clean guitar interludes throughout the song. The energy dynamic of this song is top notch, making for a relaxing sunset listen. Check out the track here!
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