โPlaceholdersโ by Forest Bed is a mesmerizing folk and country EP that enchants listeners with its subtle atmospheres and poetic storytelling. Comprising four tracks, this EP invites you into its world of richly detailed lyrics and emotive, husky vocals.
The opening track, โFootsteps,โ sets the stage with its contemplative tone. The absence of footsteps and shadows creates an air of mystery and escape. The poetic lyrics paint vivid pictures of someone slipping away from their troubles into the fading light. The acoustic guitar work and gentle violin instrumentation provide a perfect backdrop for the heartfelt storytelling.
โJust Where The Light Begins To Fadeโ continues to captivate with its introspective lyrics and delicate arrangements. The songโs exploration of moments when light gives way to shadows is beautifully expressed through the music.ย โGhostsโ introduces a sense of longing and nostalgia. The lyrics convey the feeling of two parallel lives and missed connections. The vocals, both raw and emotive, convey the sense of distance between the singer and their subject.
The EPโs title track, โPlaceholder,โ closes the journey on an introspective and soulful note beside a warm, comforting soundscape that embraces the listener. It contemplates holding oneโs place in the timeline of life.
Paul Freemanโs husky vocals and heartfelt and poetic lyrics make this EP a captivating and immersive experience. So drown yourself in contemplating โPlaceholders,โ deeply emotive and atmospheric tracks.
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Review By: Naomi Joan