Indie folk singer-songwriter Connor Desai is a truly talented artist who stitches captivating melodies and heartfelt lyrics into the fabric of her music. Her distinct sound, capped by smooth and calming vocal leads accompanied by delicate acoustic guitar arrangements, creates a blissful sonic experience that channels the aesthetic of artists like Brandi Carlile, Jenny Lewis and Norah Jones.
Originally hailing from Allentown, a city immortalised by Billy Joel, Connor’s upbringing was steeped in the rich heritage of steel factories, where both her father and grandfather toiled. Raised alongside her four siblings, Connor’s musical journey began under the nurturing guidance of her mother, a former member of the legendary group The Sons of Thunder during the 60s and 70s. Introduced to the guitar and piano at a young age, Connor’s musical vision began to take shape.
Since her debut EP in 2007, Connor Desai has been enchanting audiences with her charming songwriting and performance talents. Her recent claim to fame came with a stunning cover of the Grateful Dead’s “Friend of the Devil,” featured in the final scene of the Netflix thriller The One, triggering over fifty thousand Shazams globally as viewers sought to discover the performer behind the haunting rendition.
Now, following her 2022 single “Some Time Ago,” she brings us her latest single titled “Forever,” an elegant alternative folk song that blends traditional songwriting and acoustic instrumentation with soft electronic beats. Opened by the delicate plucks of acoustic guitar, Connor’s smooth and smokey vocals glide in carrying alluring melodies and picture painting lyrics.
Crafting an intimate and heartwarming sound, the gentle snap of the beat enters as subtle sonic textures build a dreamy atmosphere. Building with warm synth bass lines, snaking below layers of vocal shots as Connor’s lead voice dances gracefully above, “Forever” is a truly stunning new song from this talented artist.
Co-produced by Brad Dale’s, who’s previous credits include the likes of Drama, Solange and Andre 3000, they form a downtempo folk fusion that’s impossible not to love. Now with a song featured on the upcoming film Deadland, officially selected for SXSW, Connor Desai continues to go from strength to strength with each move.
Listen to Forever below
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