Three dynamic singer songwriters that will bring out a genuine emotional reaction

Lisa Crawley – “What You Can Do”
-There’s a dynamic piano part to this song that’s sure to connect right away, but it’s Crawley’s relatable voice that really makes this song resonate. There’s a timelessness to the production mix that makes me think of 70s pop music (in the best way). The comfortable vocal is a nice point of connection for the listener, while the pop rock production in the background gives a sense of texture. I gather that fans of Jackson Browne and Carole King will find a lot to like on this one.

Taylor Bickett – “The Crime”
*Warning: Depicts violence against women.*
-I don’t usually approve tracks that have any sort of introduction and build up, so if I do… it has to be good. And this song provides this unique sense of texture and meaning that’s hard to put into words. Once the vocal starts it feels distant and even “small” in the production, but let me invite you to lean in and listen close. As the production opens up around the 1 minute mark, it becomes incredibly powerful. It’s a song about a crime committed (or perhaps a series of crimes) after a night at a party. Frankly, as a man I’m not sure I have any right to connect with this song, but as a man I also feel a deep heartfelt obligation to amplify this message with whatever I can. May there be healing. This is powerful and should be widely shared.

Monica Lalut – “childlike things”
-As an avid imaginary friend enjoyer, I like everything about this song. There’s a joyfulness from those early days that we can never get back. Songs like this do a nice job of helping us take a moment to reflect on what we used to love. The funny thing is this isn’t just about what we enjoyed as children, but really who we were in that age of innocence. We can never go back. The delicate vocal blending on this track works great, with a guitar and piano in the background creating this accessible and warm sound. The combination of lyrics and instrumentation make for a wholistic listening experience that blends genre and puts message and meaning at the forefront. I appreciate it so, so much.