You could certainly call this album electronic (indeed it was nominated in the genre for the 2022 Grammys) but I would argue it has a more indie feel to it, albeit with notable electronic inspired production. Sylvan Esso is the marriage of vocalist Amelia Meath and producer Nick Sanborn, bother former folk band members that have carried the folk sound moving forward. While their past projects have featured a stark division of labor, “Free Love” was truly a joint effort as both crossed over into each others areas of expertise. The beauty of this album is in its simplicity. Layered soft-spoken vocals are paired with pure electronic beats that come together to produce a polished set of indie-pop anthems. With lyrics that pack a punch, these songs will have you at times tapping your foot and at others, lost in self-reflection - the mark of a truly great album.
Release date: September 25th, 2020
Similar artist(s): STRFKR, Whitney, RAC
Top tracks: Ferris Wheel, Rooftop Dancing, Frequency