A stirring folk sound compels across “Hurricane,” a new track from Warburton that portrays a relationship undergoing a series of metaphorical storms. An initially subdued sound, with aspirational yearning for the negative tide to turn, builds into an impactful vocal duet and rhythmic backbone. The standout track represents the first single and title track from the debut LP of Warburton, a Toronto-based project led by the songwriting of Nathan Mitchell. “Writing the album was really essential to processing my feelings about troubles within my relationship, as well as troubles in the relationships of some people close to me,” he explains — further stating that this title track provides “a feeling of hope that most things will be okay and that ups and downs in life are normal.”
A gorgeously meditative sound commences quickly, melding serene acoustics, twangy guitars, and elegant piano with seamless entrancement. “Coffee in the morning, coffee in the afternoon,” an introspective vocal weariness emits, admitting to “running through decisions,” and being “unwell,” whilst one contemplates the future of a relationship. An ensuing desire to “escape this little hell,” proves heartrending, while the vocals remind fondly of The National in tone. A more prominent rhythm section emerges as a vocal duet comes alongside, singing a series of “maybe…” hopefulness and references to seasons — “sometimes bright and sometimes grey.” “Hurricane” is an affecting, genuine portrayal of a changing relationship, set within a sturdy folk production.
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This and other tracks featured can be streamed on the updating Obscure Sound’s ‘Emerging Indie Folk’ Spotify playlist.
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