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"Into a Pretty Room" is a thoughtful collection of songs that cover themes from tragedy to triumph, encompassing grief and growing up. The album blends ambient instrumentation with tender, lo-fi folk, creating a warm and immersive listening experience. Tracks like "Rosie" and "In B Tween" showcase the duo's ability to craft songs that evoke nostalgia and introspection. The production is noted for its diverse array of techniques and sounds, surprising listeners with its depth and creativity. Overall, "Into a Pretty Room" is a testament to Lots of Hands' maturation as artists, offering a pastoral collection of songs that provide a warm embrace to listeners. Sources: Paste Magazine Review Far Out Magazine Review Our Culture Mag Artist Spotlight Northern Transmissions Review Cult Following Review Genre : Folk Pop Country : UK Final Verdict: 59% (Forgettable Album) Yearly Ranking : 39th / 51 Highlight : backseat 30 Made me think of: Elliott S...

Dear Life , released on January 17, 2025, is David Gray's thirteenth studio album, marking nearly five years since his previous release. The album showcases Gray's storytelling prowess, with themes exploring personal reflection and relationships under pressure. Critics have noted the album's raw and brooding nature, describing it as a "brooding triumph" that reveals a soul in flux. The Irish Times highlights the album's "raw, bumpy" quality, suggesting that leaning into it is "well worth the effort." Overall, Dear Life is recognized as a bold yet thoughtful addition to Gray's discography, appealing to both long-time fans and new listeners. Sources: Forbes Interview The Irish Times Review The Telegraph Review Genre : Folk Pop Country : UK Final Verdict : 62% (Good Album) Yearly Ranking: 16th / 30 Highlight : Leave Taking Made me think of: Damien Rice James Blunt Ben Howard #newalbum #newalbum2024 #albumrelease #newmusic #albumoftheday ...

Marina Allen's third album, Eight Pointed Star , showcases her evolution as a singer-songwriter, blending '70s folk-rock influences with vivid, imaginative lyrics. Her clear, powerful vocals draw comparisons to Carole King and Julia Holter, while the production evokes the Laurel Canyon sound. Tracks like "Swinging Doors" and "Red Cloud" feature intricate storytelling, exploring themes of self-discovery and personal history. Critics praise the album's balance of familiarity and innovation, noting Allen's ability to craft songs that are both accessible and richly detailed. ( pitchfork.com pastemagazine.com clashmusic.com ) Genre : Folk Pop Country : US Final Verdict : 62% (Good Album) Yearly Ranking: 548th / 901 Highlight : Easy Made me think of: Julia Holter Weyes Blood Adrianne Lenker #newalbum #newalbum2024 #albumrelease #newmusic #albumoftheday #nowspinning #NowPlaying #musicdiscovery #FolkPop #MarinaAllen #US #LP #Album #release  

Amos Lee's Transmissions is a deeply introspective and musically diverse album, blending elements of folk, jazz, soul, and pop. Recorded in a rural setting, the 12-track project reflects on personal growth and the complexities of mid-life. Songs like "Hold On Tight" showcase Lee’s knack for soul-pop, while "Madison" and "Darkest Places" push his vocal boundaries, displaying the influence of artists like Chet Baker and Lucinda Williams. Lee’s storytelling shines, especially on tracks like "Night Light," which contemplates love and loss. His acoustic and stripped-down approach on this album allows for an intimate listening experience that resonates with fans of raw, emotional music​ No Depression   American Songwriter   CountryHQ   WXPN | Vinyl At Heart . Genre : Folk Pop Country : US Final Verdict: 64% (Good Album) Yearly Ranking : 356th / 764 Highlight : Beautiful Day Made me think of: Ray LaMontagne Iron & Wine Leon Bridges #newalbum ...

Genre : Folk Pop Country : UK Final Verdict : 64% (Good Album) Yearly Ranking: 210th / 513 Highlight : Halfway heart Made me think of: Lana Del rey Birdy Luna Li #newalbum #newalbum2024 #albumrelease #newmusic #albumoftheday #nowspinning #NowPlaying #musicdiscovery #FolkPop #LianaFlores #UK #LP #Album #release  

Genre : Folk Pop Country : UK Final Verdict : 66% (Good Album) Yearly Ranking: 25th / 114 Highlight : First House on the Left Made me think of: Laura Marling Aldous Harding Faye Webster #newalbum #newalbum2024 #albumrelease #newmusic #albumoftheday #nowspinning #NowPlaying #musicdiscovery #FolkPop #KatherinePriddy #UK #LP #Album #release  

Genre : Folk Pop Country : UK Final Verdict: 62% (Good Album) Yearly Ranking: 428th / 831 Highlight : Page https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUx3s8NMLcc Made me think of: Ben Howard Hozier George Ezra  

Genre : Folk Pop Country : UK Final Verdict: 62% (Good Album) Yearly Ranking: 420th / 747 Highlight : You Can't Hit A Nail Made me think of: Agnes Obel Ane Brun Kate Bush