Originally hailing from Berkeley, California, Brian Hingerty‘s lifelong affair with music started at the age of three, a passion that’s continued to define his life ever since. Currently calling London home, he’s recently been crafting his own sonic vision and making his mark on the music scene of the UK.
In the summer of last year, Brian made a noteworthy entrance with the release of his debut five-track EP, titled Bombs, which he created by performing to groups of friends over six days. Taking the best recordings of each song from the live performances, he put together a release that presents his original sound captured in an intimate setting.
More recently, he’s been recording more music to take a snapshot of the latest chapter of his musical output. Bringing us his latest release he shares his brand new single titled “Storm,” his second official outing and one that perfectly distils the most recent iteration of his evolving sound.
Composed in an unorthodox tuning set up that’s seen Brian form a unique harmonic connection with his guitar, “Storm” serves up an entirely original sound that distinctly his own. Stripped back and delicate, his intricate finger-picking performance forms the gentle arrangement upon which he applies sparse vocal sections delivered with subtly lively expression, resulting in an elegant alternative folk sound that pulls you in as he casts a mesmeric sonic spell.
Peppered with distant slide guitar flourishes, adding atmosphere and airy tone to the song, “Storm” is a stunning piece that showcases Brian Hingerty’s songwriting flair and performance panache. Still maintaining the spontaneous live performance feel that’s defined his sound to date, each note and lyric feels so perfectly precise and in place on this moving and timeless folk song.
Written about the hazy times that linger between the close of the buoyant summer season and the reality of winter’s sobering chill, “Storm” distils the mixed emotions of yearning for the jubilant sun-soaked days and wanting to move forward and refocus on the year’s next offering. With his ability to deliver a profound piece of music with a minimal arrangement and straight forward production, on “Storm,” Brian Hingerty yet again shares his enduring musical world that’s sees him kick off what’s sure to be another exciting year.
Listen to Storm below
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