Two singles out at the moment from Utah-based artist Horseshoes showcase an enveloping, intimate vein of songwriting. The mission of Austin Greaves compels with each “suite ossuary” and “drive,” unified of their explorations of latest relationships at a crossroads. A textured mix of folks and rock, rousing in each impactful distortion and luxurious acoustic/key intertwining, reminds aesthetically of John Vanderslice.
“suite ossuary” unfolds with a lush entrancement, weaving hypnotic guitar layers with sounds resembling a swarm of birds retreating. Serene acoustics and twinkling keys accompany a compelling vocal introspection. “It was me, and it was you,” they let loose. This preliminary conveying of unity develops right into a extra stark realization, as one involves phrases with now navigating life as a part of a brand new relationship. “We had been younger,” the vocals proceed, furthering the previous tense and sense of reflection on the need of shifting past previous tumult and into a gift newness. A roaring swell of cathartic distortion arrives within the second half, as thematic ruminations on reminiscence — and an unraveling sense of route — construct right into a stirring finale with textured guitars and hazy, wordless vocal infusions.
The equally charming “drive” additionally analyzes a relationship in literal movement, as a pair embarks on a street journey. Urgings that “I’ll strive,” complement a lyrical drive that stirs in its conversational feeling. Buoyant keys and durable acoustics linger beneath harmonious vocals because the “we’re going to the coast,” suaveness arises. The balmy visions of a enjoyable street journey shifts right into a extra ardent self-analysis, with the “you had advised me that I had gone too far,” and parking-lot desertion suggesting strife, and a mutual need to seek out the opposite’s genuine self. Each “suite ossuary” and “drive” are incredible items of songwriting which have us absolutely anticipating Horseshoes’ upcoming album, additionally titled suite ossuary, out this spring,
