In this edition of LITM Singer-Songwriter Picks, we curate melodies that move your soul from artists Shawn Brown, Hayden Lloyd, and Sparrowghost.
Shawn Brown - The Sad Ones
Singer-songwriter Shawn Brown crafts an emotionally charged, expansive sound in The Sad Ones. The song’s design fuses emotion and melody into one profound soundscape that oscillates between richness and simplicity, immensity and softness, giving you the best of both worlds. The music features stripped-back acoustic strums and tender piano melodies while also showcasing grand, rousing sections comprising strings and keys. Shawn Brown’s vocals are at the heart of this song, embodying the weight and depth needed to navigate the music's emotional landscape, and delivering reflective notes and stirring tunes with ease. This track is a delightful blend of folk, R&B, and roots, giving you a glimpse of the versatility and skill that defines Shawn Brown’s artistry. Listen to The Sad Ones by Shawn Brown here!
Hayden Lloyd - Can’t Just Pretend
Birmingham-based singer-songwriter and guitarist Hayden Lloyd revives the charm of blues, rock, and soul in his sublime and sentimental soundscapes. In Can’t Just Pretend, he pours his heart into the music, mesmerizing you with exquisite guitar melodies, evocative vocals, and groovy rhythms. He adeptly brings out the emotions in the lyrics–passion, longing, and love, from the melancholy-tinged, reflective guitar riffs, and solos, which he plays with a rare dexterity and smoothness. His mature and powerful vocals add character to the music, delivering each word with utmost sincerity and honesty. It is impossible to escape the magnetic allure of this song, especially due to the vocal and instrumental brilliance that lies at the core of Hayden’s compositions. Listen to Can’t Just Pretend by Hayden Lloyd here!
Sparrowghost - Crooked Creek
Sean Giddings, the man behind the musical banner Sparrowghost, shares his contemplations on life and human connections through rich soundscapes and heartfelt lyricism. In Crooked Creek, we witness the power of acoustic exuberance, lively rhythms, and emotional vocals. His melodic, soulful voice intertwines gracefully with the uptempo, poignant instrumental, weaving a sonic tapestry that is moving, personal, and expansive. The vibrant acoustic strums, emphatic drums, and reverb-soaked riffs form a luminous backdrop, enveloping you in the soft glow of the emotions it emanates. The music channels the styles of Bon Iver, Sufjan Stevens, and Sleeping At Last, blending alt-folk, lo-fi, and pop-rock influences in a truly unique and riveting manner. Listen to Crooked Creek by Sparrowghost here!
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