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Seattle indie folk-pop band The Soft Hills combines dreamy melodies and sublime harmonies with introspective lyrics and alluring, rich vocals. Although not entirely unknown in indie music circles, their recent EP, Painted World, has managed to fly under the radar of many popular music websites and blogs.
Painted World features five solid tracks that showcase the best of the ethereal potential of experimental indie folk mixed with pop. The EP avoids overproduction or reliance on musical gimmicks, a refreshing change from some of the trends seen in pop music over the past decade.
The raw talent of The Soft Hills is evident on the opening track, “Apples,” a breezy and wandering ballad that embraces the essence of genuine songwriting and composition. The following track, “Spent,” is smooth and sublime, adorned with understated acoustic guitar How to Buy a Guitar - The guitar is known for its dynamic and unique sound, making it a popular instrument in various genres of music. Whether you're a beginner or someone with a growing passion for guitar playing, here are some top tips for buying a guitar: Seek out advice. Start by seeking guidance from someone you know who has… and piano, with minimal percussion. As the song flows gently, singer and songwriter Garrett Hobba unveils the somewhat ironic lyric, “you’ve been drifting too far.”
Hobba draws inspiration for his lyrics from 20th-century literary artists, Eastern philosophy, and symbolic dreams. Fans of Mark Kozelek, the prolific singer and songwriter of San Francisco indie folk bands Sun Kil Moon and Red House Painters, should take note; the similarity between The Soft Hills’ sound and storytelling is, at times, strikingly similar, whether intentional or not.
The expansive track “Wandering” features ambient, rich harmonies, while the Belle & Sebastian-esque track “Hills Like White Elephants” is easily the EP’s most up-tempo track. The album’s final track, “Diamond Road,” paints a lush Mojave 3-like sonic landscape with hints of the folksy charm of Band of Horses.
The only drawback is that the track is a bit too long, clocking in at just under seven minutes.
The Soft Hills began their journey in 2007 when Hobba moved to Seattle and met drummer Caleb Heinrich. The duo soon expanded to include other Seattle musicians Brittan Drake on piano, guitar, and bass, and Brett Massa on guitar, bass, and vocals.
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