For some, music is a rather simple affair, balanced over writing material and sharing it with the world. Perhaps, that’s how everything should be. Pure and unfiltered personal expression, ready to be witnessed by the keen listener. Karl Bertrand seems to follow that very same aesthetic, boasting a unique and authentic imprint seemingly drawing inspiration from Folk settings – only to then scramble the sonic pictures with electronic elements, textures, and field recordings. His vocals are rather intimate, gentle, paving the way for introspective and soothing lyricism.
‘Holdin On | Tappin Out’ is Bertrand’s latest effort, a ten-track album offering listeners a welcome input into his personal artistic universe. Trust us, there’s a lot of material in there, so much wonderful music that needs to be experienced. Going back to our opening statement, Karl’s relatable outlook on his music is also obvious from the impressive productivity he seems to enjoy. Active since 2019, the American songwriter has been unveiling numerous albums, signalling the creative fertility that gloriously graces the project.
Lyrically, Bertrand is a connoisseur of human behaviour, a tourist of the mind: delving into his consciousness, Karl takes us on a journey through love, challenges and the fragility of being a person – always giving a hopeful take on our current reality.
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