Shawn William Clarke returns with Tall Trees, the lead single from his upcoming album Softer Scissors, slated for release on April 19, 2024. Known for his warm indie folk compositions, Clarke’s latest offering marries delicate finger-picked guitar with evocative storytelling. Tall Trees exudes an almost poetic, bittersweet comfort, blending modern sensibilities with nostalgic echoes reminiscent of Jeff Tweedy and Simon and Garfunkel. Crafted during the depths of the pandemic, the song intertwines Clarke’s observations of his neighbourhood with the emotional weight of personal introspection. Recorded at Curries Music with Rob Currie, the track features poignant background vocals by Claire Coupland and Sarah Hiltz, and percussion by Graydon James, enriching its captivating narrative with layers of sonic depth.
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