In this edition of LITM Singer-Songwriter Picks, we feature three beautiful, evocative releases from artists Danielle Schroeder, Emily Barker, and Dharmika.
Danielle Schroeder - Undertow
Ambient folk singer-songwriter from Vancouver, Danielle Schroeder wraps you up in the tranquil and evocative embrace of her powerful voice and sprawling soundscapes. Undertow is one such release that takes form through slow-building melodies, immersive atmospheres, and a captivating vocal performance. The music, expansive and pristine, pulls you into the soothing ebb and flow of the piano chords, soaring violins, and a melancholic ambiance. At the heart of the sound, Danielle’s mature, earthy voice sits, confident and emotive, like a benevolent force, guiding you through the theme and the sound. Undertow feels stripped back and minimal, yet has an intricate and grand feeling, displaying Danielle’s musical prowess to be able to weave such a sublime tapestry of sound. Listen to Undertow by Danielle Schroeder here!
Emily Barker - Fragile as Humans
Award-winning Australian singer-songwriter, Emily Barker, takes the spool of emotions and life experiences and embroiders the threads into mesmeric, striking designs of sound and story in every release. Through sparse yet expansive soundscapes decorated with folk melodies, she brings her reflective and poetic lyricism to life. Fragile as Humans is an honest, vulnerable take on love and lovers, both past and present, and the way such experiences shape our lives. An ode to growth, learning, and loving, the song embodies the tenderness, warmth, and vastness of these emotions through gentle piano chords, soft strums, radiant ambiance, and swelling melodies. Emily Barker’s sincere vocal performance, full of grace and softness, punctuates the music with meaning. Fragile as Humans heals and breaks, soothes and provokes the soul. Listen to Fragile as Humans by Emily Barker here!
Dharmika - Give Me Shelter from the Storm
Dharmika presents a catchy, thought-provoking folk anthem in Give Me Shelter from the Storm. Known for her eloquent, quirky songwriting on themes like the environment, community, society, and more, Dharmika brings a unique and intriguing edge to her vibrant soundscapes. Her idiosyncratic vocal delivery–raw, expressive, and gentle–grips your attention, with calming melodic utterances as well as stirring declarations. The music is rich with americana, folk infusions, featuring harmonica tunes, acoustic guitars, and breezy percussions. The instrumentation makes for a soft, stripped-back feel and yet consumes enough musical space to feel full, and bright. Give Me Shelter from the Storm is a moving, honest take on unity, and community resilience in a world that is highly divisive. Listen to Give Me Shelter from the Storm by Dharmika here!
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