Alt-folk collective Dark & Twisties has unleashed an enchanting single, โThe Wild,โ a vivid portrayal of natureโs indomitable power and humanityโs delicate place within it. Composed of Sarah Birch, Kate Ronconi, Sarah Passmore, Danny Kilbride, and Huw Rees, the band weaves its signature ethereal harmonies with storytelling steeped in folklore and environmental reverence.
Opening with a cascade of organic instrumentalsโgentle guitar strums, whimsical free reeds, and earthy texturesโthe song transports listeners into ancient, untamed woodland. The intricate melodies provide a lush backdrop for the groupโs celestial harmonies. Each voice soars and entwines in perfect unison, creating a fragile and transcendent soundscape like wind moving through towering trees.
The lyrics evoke a sense of wonder and foreboding, conjuring imagery of forests and personified creatures. Rich in motifs, โThe Wildโ gently reminds us of natureโs might and humanityโs responsibility to cherish it.
The songโs structure mirrors the very forces it describes. The music ebbs and flows, swelling like an approaching storm before receding into moments of delicate calm. The harmonies are angelic, lifting the listener while maintaining an earthy groundedness with the deeper timbres amongst the voices, much like the balance between natureโs beauty and its raw, untamed power.
โThe Wildโ is a journey through sound, story, and emotion, drawing on the timeless allure of traditional folk while infusing it with modern ethereal sensibilities.
For fans of alt-folk or anyone seeking an immersive, soul-stirring musical experience, โThe Wildโ is a must-listen.
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Photo credits: Jamie Panton
Review by: Naomi Joan