Michellar releases new single with Gracie Lou

San Francisco-based singer-songwriter Michelle Bond, known artistically as Michellar, is proving herself to be one of the most dedicated and prolific emerging artists in her scene. In just a single year, she’s built a catalogue that rivals those of far more established acts, releasing nearly thirty singles and an EP while performing weekly at local open mic nights. That output is an impressive a reflection of an artist for whom songwriting is not merely a pursuit, but a way of life.

Her journey gained momentum following her acceptance to the prestigious de Young Museum Open Call Exhibition in 2023, an experience that she describes as transformative. The confidence it sparked has since fuelled a creative surge that’s seen her pen more than 140 songs, each one a document of her own experiences. It’s a staggering effort that highlights her tireless work ethic and her connection to music as both expression and purpose.

Based in the timeless traditions of folk songwriting, Michellar’s music draws inspiration from the poetic lyricism of James Taylor, Joni Mitchell and Bob Dylan, artists who mastered the balance of melody and meaning. While her sound nods to the golden era of folk, it carries a modern aesthetic and across her growing discography, Michellar manages to maintain an emotional context while also collaborating with an array of other artists.

Her latest release comes with the brand new single titled “We Both Can Fall,” marking another significant step forward in her artistic development. A collaboration with fellow San Francisco musician Gracie Lou, the track frames themes of struggle and healing. Drawing inspiration from artists such as Kelly Clarkson, the single pairs soulful vocals with a delicate pop folk sound that feels equally intimate and enduring. The song’s creation was a global effort; recorded in San Francisco and mastered in the UK, it reflects the reach of her growing network of collaborators and the wide appeal of her music.

The song’s lyrics and melodies were co-written with her collaborator Tobias, their creative exchange of instrumentals and lyric-building resulting in a track that tells a heartbreak story close to her heart. It’s a song forged out of reflection and yearning, an attempt, as Michelle describes, to “get back to where she was somehow.” Set up by the airy twang of slide guitar and acoustic notes, Gracie Lou’s elegant vocal lines drift in above the soft pulse of kick to form an alluring scene that gently flows with delightful melodies and storytelling lyrics.

With intricate flickers of strings, blissful melodic songwriting and a soothing rhythmic sway, “We Both Can Fall” filters aching emotion into a magical musical moment that’s truly impossible not to love. As she continues to go from strength to strength on her musical adventure, Michellar once again delivers a charming sound that’s sure to win over new and existing fans alike.

Listen to We Both Can Fall below

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