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“Love in a Time of Disaster” by Sincerely, Iris is an enchanting 10-track album that delves into the complexities of modern life while maintaining an intimate and raw indie touch.
The album opens with the driving, percussive acoustic guitar of “It’s Coming Back to Get You Now.” With slide blues played on his 4-String Homemade License Plate guitar, Todd Murray draws you in with his haunting melodies and soulful storytelling.
“Love On the Screen,” the second track, explores the modern phenomenon of finding love through dating apps through a catchy blues rock groove and heartfelt lyrics.
Throughout the album, Sincerely, Iris skillfully balances driving blues rock with tender acoustic melodies. The standout track, “It’s All Coming Down” gets Murray poetic and anecdotal with lyrics like “I can still hear your laughter, just love in a time of disaster,” evoking emotions of falling in love amidst a world that has stopped in its tracks.
“Low As I Ever Want to Feel,” the fourth track, continues to captivate. Its haunting yet tender lingering and moody, bluesy tune captures the raw vulnerability contrasted with hope and strength in the lyrics: “The sun will shine after a hard rain…when you’re low as you ever want to feel again.”
As the album comes to a close, “Home” serves as a peaceful and homely anthem, offering solace and a sense of belonging. The song’s anthemic quality, coupled with Murray’s soulful and passionate vocals, leaves a lasting impression, providing a comforting conclusion to the musical journey.
Sincerely, Iris has crafted an emotionally resonant collection of songs in “Love in a Time of Disaster” that serves both the artist’s and listener’s purpose with a thought-provoking, lasting impact on anyone who embarks on this musical adventure.
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Review By: Naomi Joan