In this edition of LITM Singer-Songwriter Picks we curate three soul-stirring releases from artists Andy Smythe, Alex Gerdt, and Jake Neuman and The Jaybirds.
Andy Smythe - Love Ain’t Free
Andy Smythe, a singer-songwriter from London melds the lyrical genius of the Beatles with the sonic aesthetics of the exuberant 90’s style of Blur and The Verve. In Love Ain’t Free, Andy Smythe crafts a rich and emotive soundscape, with warm, bright tones and diverse textures. A sweet medley of acoustic guitars, vibrant strings, and reflective piano notes lights up the musical backdrop in colorful hues animated with emotions. An upbeat percussion adds a galloping, up-tempo rhythm to the music, injecting it with an infectious energy. Andy Smythe’s light yet emphatic vocals bring the lyrics to life through passionate, expressive tunes, adding a refreshing spiritedness to the music. The introspective and honest lyricism explores a theme that is becoming increasingly true, that love ain’t free no more. Juxtaposing this story with a lively, warm soundscape, makes for an engaging and thought-provoking listening experience. Listen to Love Ain’t Free by Andy Smythe here!
Alex Gerdt - Later Than You Think
Singer-songwriter from Stockholm, Sweden, Alex Gerdt immerses you in the soft melancholy and blooming hopefulness of his compositions, the result is a deeply moving sonic experience. Later Than You Think feels like a comforting embrace, one that heals your aching heart, caressing the worries, and tending to the wounds. The luminous, somber-yet-warm guitars, reverberating calming-yet-stirring piano notes, and a gently rocking percussion envelops your senses in their rich textures. Alex Gerdt’s voice, earthy and emotive, punctuates the music with full, heartfelt, sincere melodies. At times solitary and other times layered, the vocals echo powerfully throughout the soundscape, sometimes escaping the musical fabric and covering the listener in plush melodies. Later Than You Think is food for the soul, one that is crafted with intention, skillfully produced, and made from the heart. Listen to Later Than You Think by Alex Gerdt here!
Jake Neuman and The Jaybirds - Little Bitty Town
Jake Neuman and The Jaybirds are crafting their niche in the world of Americana and roots music with their riveting, emotionally-charged sounds and stories. Jake Neuman, a talented singer-songwriter, along with the musical prowess of his collaborators delivers compelling tales packed in evocative soundscapes. Little Bitty Town brings you raw, spirited, and rootsy tunes with a modern sensibility that echoes the aesthetics of artists like Zack Bryan. The thrumming of warm riffs, the up-tempo drum beats, the sunny and warm guitar melodies add a nostalgic, reflective atmosphere to the soundscape. The vibrant, smooth solos revives the spirit of classic americana, adding verve and character to the music. The singer’s voice, raspy and unique, decorates the music with emphatic, passionate expressions clothed in heartwarming melodies. Everything culminates into a radiant, emotive soundscape that is memorable and moving. Listen to Little Bitty Town by Jake Neuman and The Jaybirds here!
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