We were taken aback by how good ‘Honest Song’ is. Building a symbolical bridge between New York and Los Angeles, the track sees Woodstock twin brothers folk duo Spillway teaming up with Californian songstress Calica, unveiling a bucolic and cathartic sonic universe made up of soothing vocals and ethereal textures.
Delving into alt-folk territories, but pushing it onto an original and quirky path, ‘Honest Song’ reveals a warm, evocative character – it’s a joy to listen to. Perhaps, this friendliness and relatability emerge from the authentic songwriting intentions behind it. Written by Wyatt from Spillway, the piece seeks to break from the unwritten rules of the contemporary indie landscape, leaving behind preconceived formulas in exchange for highly personal artistic research, especially on a lyrical level.
Calica is just what the song needed: stepping out of her usual electronic-pop comfort zone, the talented creative reveals a softer, more meaningful side, something that we would love to hear again in the future. Speaking about the inspiration behind the song, Wyatt explains: “A yearning for something different, something authentic, something…honest.”
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