Jacksonport – “Scenes from Bellevue Park”
-The fingerpicking on this track is sure to make a lot of folk fans smile. But the lyrics… oh my word… I don’t know who to compare this to. Dylan? Townes? Kristofferson? Some of all of them? It’s a cathartic, beautiful piece of music. The specifics of the track might seem like they’d make it lack relatableness, but honestly they seem to make it all the more wonderful. Maybe the best comparison is actually John Prine. This is a story that is full of expressions more than one consecutive narrative. It’s a tiny little miracle of a composition and I am SO delighted to have found it.
Ansley Rushing – “Over it”
-The first line is “you kiss me like you got something to say.” How’s that for a line? Everything about this track is intriguing to me. The lyrics are abstract in the best way; to my ear, it’s about wishing the best for someone in a recent breakup. Rushing’s vocal is wonderful, clear, and precise. The acoustic guitar provides a lightness that balances out the deeply emotional lyrics really well. The vocal harmonies create a sense of depth in the composition that works as well. The whole vibe of the track is beautiful and inspiring. This is modern folk music done right.
Phillip Jonathan – “In the garden”
-When you tell people you’re a fan of folk music, this is probably the kind of music you mean. It’s got a wonderful acoustic guitar part and a smartly expressive lead vocal. The harmonies, the rhythm, and the mood of the track all feel like 21st century folk music. “You taught me love” is the main lyric. On first listen it may seem like a romantic song, but it’s actually a gospel song. It’s a nice example of modern folk music.
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