Drew Elder unveils a stylish chamber-pop immersion on recent single “Narrow Creek,” described by the artist as taking inspiration “by the value of being in nature.” Pit-pattering percussion and heartfelt, cinematic strings align enjoyably into Elder’s introspective vocal emergence. “Beyond the streets, that’s where you’ll find me,” Elder sings. “Where the river runs deep, beyond the narrowing creek.” The melding of folk-pop enchantment and orchestral passion pair with melodic vocal pursuits for a sound fondly reminiscent of Andrew Bird, particularly during the escalating “outside of town,” brass-laden envelopment. “Narrow Creek” marks a stirring success from Drew Elder.
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This and other tracks featured this month can be streamed on the updating Obscure Sound’s ‘Emerging Singles’ Spotify playlist.
