Pure and independent songwriting, presented by a live-style recording that truly captures the authenticity of the artist – at a time in our history when perhaps we need that more than ever.
Pianist and singer Francesca Tamellini has amassed thousands of listeners across her original repertoire, and from that collection, Strawberry Moon is perhaps one of the most distinct and interesting songs of all.
Based out of Bath in the UK, home of the very first songwriting MA degree course, Francesca Tamellini brings an edge of individuality and honest charm back to indie pop. Her long-form melodies, unfiltered vocal styling, the raw sound and simple pairing of piano and lyric, all points towards a sense of genuine expression and freedom at the helm.
This feels like a therapeutic writing process, and in turn, the song offers the same kind of alternative understanding and escapism. We’re in something like Regina Spektor territory, writing-wise, quirky but heartfelt, unpredictable yet still with those essential resolves to satisfy.
All of this is true of Strawberry Moon, it’s a vague and emotionally complex song, but with some beautifully thoughtful imagery emerging on the poetry side of things, and the melody has an original nature, whilst completing the process with a more simple wave-like rise and fall for the chorus.
Interesting is key, but also, a distinct vocal tone and emotional peaks that appear unmistakable across Francesca Tamellini’s repertoire. The music has something clearly different about it, but it also makes sure to adhere to the learned building blocks known to connect with a broader audience, and that balance works well.
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