In LITM Singer-Songwriter Picks, experience moving stories and absorbing melodies from artists 23 Fields, Mahuna, Davie Furey, Caitlin Mae, and Roger Jaeger.
23 Fields - Jack
23 Fields reach for the soul with their moving alternative folk melodies and deeply resonant lyrical themes. Helmed by Step Adams on lead vocals and acoustic guitars, 23 Fields is also made of Louise Driver on violins and Jason M. Smith on drums and percussion. Their stripped-back, sublime soundscapes carry the emotional depth and universal appeal of stories inspired by life, society, and the world—the good, the bad, and everything in between. Jack, the latest single, tells the story of a man reflecting on his life, its trials, tragedies, teachings and triumphs. The musical landscape feels warm, with rich acoustic strums, driving percussion rhythms, and emotive violin melodies. The singer’s distinct vocal texture and raw, sincere singing amplifies the authentic and affecting character of the song. This track will stay with you for a long time. Listen here!
Mahuna - Dream Winter’s Day
Mahuna’s music reflects an emotional wisdom and melodic grace that comes with years of diverse lived experiences and creative influences. The Belfast-born artist presents ethereal, emotive folk melodies woven into immersive contemporary atmospheres, the two fusing to form songs that envelop you in its aural beauty and lyrical resonance. Building on the success of the debut release, Mahuna’s latest single, Dream Winter’s Day, proves that the artist has a remarkable ability to deliver wonder, warmth, and healing to the world through music. The music opens with gentle, luminous piano chords that radiate an evocative, serene, and nostalgic aura. The singer’s mature, melancholic and heartfelt vocal melodies ebb and flow elegantly, narrating a touching story. Together, the piano and the vocals, through its sheer bare brilliance, completely takes over your heart. Listen here!
Davie Furey - Christmas Eve
Davie Furey is a talented, beloved musician and songwriter from Ireland, bringing you his first ever Christmas single this winter season titled Christmas Eve. Soaked in an affectionate, comforting, reflective feel, the music fills your soul with bliss, tranquility, and love. The soundscape forms through softly radiant acoustic strums, swelling fiddle melodies, cozy piano chords, and the soothing shuffle of lively drums. The singer’s heavy and raw vocal tone and sincere, emotive delivery makes you feel as if he is performing right in front of you, each melody’s pure and powerful presence pouring directly into your soul. Christmas Eve is one of those rare songs, which, as much as it encapsulates the spirit of the festive season, also holds an inexplicable universality about its sound and story, making it a moving listen any time of the day, all round the year. Listen here!
Caitlin Mae - 4000 Miles
Nashville-based, multiple award-winning, singer-songwriter Caitlin Mae is steadily rising to fame for enthralling performances and absorbing soundscapes. The latest release, 4000 Miles, explores love, longing and reminiscence. The pain, sadness, and loneliness that comes from missing a loved one during this festive season, is presented in a tragically beautiful way through the deeply personal, detailed lyricism and a mesmerizing, moving soundscape. Wistful and slow acoustic guitar strums, lush riffs, and reverberating echoes fill the musical atmosphere with its emotive richness while gentle beats add a comforting pulse to the music. Caitlin’s vocals command your attention, bearing the weight of the heavy lyrical feelings with power and poise. 4000 Miles is exquisite. Listen here!
Roger Jaeger - Wander
Roger Jaeger ventures into an exciting new direction of folksy americana atmospheres, shifting from his well-known and loved style of pop rock, showing us that there’s more musical warmth and wonder up his sleeve. The award-winning artist opens up his heart and narrates moving stories from a place of honesty, strength, and vulnerability. The latest release, Wander, presents an enchanting, cozy, and warm americana-folk soundscape. Golden, warm acoustic guitars and emotive banjo motifs shine alongside the wailing, swirling, jangly lushness of country-tinged instrumental textures. The shuffling, lively percussion adds a dynamic, rich cadence to the music that heightens the appeal. Roger’s vocals are the heart and soul of the music, ushering in all the feel-good, passionate, and stirring melodies. Wander captivates the mind and enriches the heart. Listen here!
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