Moving from London to Dublin, newcomer artist HitherFurther is a singer-songwriter with a sonic vision that’s at once progressive and timeless. Filtering his indie rock writing through an alternative folk lens, his acoustic sound pairs delicate melodies with meaningful lyricism to deliver a sound that slows time and provokes thought.
Taking cues from artists such as Noel Gallagher, Richard Ashcroft and Nick Drake, HitherFurther headed to the studio at Darklands audio in Dublin to capture his musical output. Now ready to share the first taste of the HitherFurther world with listeners, he brings us his brand new debut single with the song titled “7 Lies in an Hour.”
Alluded to in its name, the song is about the lies that are told in relationships and explores whether they can be overcome to strengthen the connection or become unnoticeable and sabotage the possibility of lasting love. His poignant lyrical writing is beautiful delivered via his expressive vocals, carrying the weight of the song’s theme with an emotive performance that channels the enduring style of folk artists from Dylan to Ben Howard.
Set against a minimal arrangement, the warm strums of acoustic guitar and soft bass notes craft an intimate backdrop for HitherFurther’s moving vocal display to elegantly hover above. The laid back march of the drum kit adds subtle rhythm that abruptly shifts as smooth Korg synths thread lines while HitherFurther’s voice takes flight.
Floating back to the downtempo verse, the contrast in rhythm adds a touch of dramatic flow while the swell of synth textures raises the energy. It’s a superb showcase of the artist’s songwriting talent and performance flair, marking an exciting introduction to the music scene for HitherFurther. Confirming his status as a must-watch new artist, 2024 is sure to be a breakout year for this gifted singer-songwriter with a compelling sound.
Listen to 7 Lies in an Hour below
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