In this edition of LITM Singer-Songwriter Picks, each track dwells on love and lightness in full, wholesome waves. The list features Andrew Hartshorn, John Serrano, Track Dogs and Blue Rose Code!
1. Andrew Hartshorn, John Serrano - Retail Reverie
‘Retail Reverie’ by Andrew Hartshorn and John Serrano is a bright, piano-led track that feels puts a dreamy spin on a mundane routine. The lyrics dwell on fantasies, reveries on a fleeting interaction that make our narrator feel light and on Cloud Nine.
“...Dancing down the aisle…so beguiled by this retail reverie…”. The song’s swelling cascades hold onto those light bursts of optimism. Love and positivity that transforms a routine into a playful excursion, a space where like-minded people can meet and share in the wholesome warmth of this fantasy. “...Yes, it’s you on this retail reverie…”.
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2. Track Dogs - Ruby, Are You Mad At Your Man
‘Ruby, Are You Made At Your Man’ by Track Dogs is a belty, loud, energetic track that moves at a quick-paced groove. The quirky tune tells us the story of Ruby, the lyrics are clearly fascinated by. Plucky banjo rhythms set the song’s groove, while the vocalist seemingly ramps up the intensity of the track with his long belts and quick-paced cadence.
“...I’m digging in the grounds…”, the narrator admits, seemingly looking for anything to tell this fun, energetic story fueled with a bright energy. A mood that seems informed by a mood that seems to build with rapport.
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3. Blue Rose Code - Easy as We Go
‘Easy as We Go’ by Blue Rose Code is an acoustic guitar-led track filled to the brim with love and gratitude. In this soundscape, love is easy, almost like an incandescent afterthought, though more constant and unwavering. The soundscape is laced with this wholesome sweetness, almost as though the song is meant to be a tribute to our narrator’s loved ones.
“...Take my hand my love, hold me in your arms. Love me like you do, easy as we go…”. Love, light, wholesomeness and a sense of acceptance & gratitude feel baked into the lines, spewing a warmth that feels comforting and natural.
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