The colder weather gets frigid and rough for the soul, but there are singer-songwriters such as Lounna with their heart-warming and hopeful music: "Garden for Winter" arrives at a season when feeling of despair grips many, acting as a heartfelt companion. It carries the steadfast motif of believing in the better days ahead, unlikely as it may seem. Simultaneously, Lounna outshines this seminal project with a versatility and meticulousness that's hard to find in the scene.
Hailing from Pittsburgh, the indie alias has built an extensive catalog so far with singles and multiple albums; her style wanders creatively in the spheres of indie-folk and is often rooted in Americana, as the songstress has tailored a sonic trademark equal parts stirring and cozy— aptly labeled as "dreamy cottagerock." This earnest style is embedded right from her debut record "Lavender Wine," Lounna commenced her journey with a thoughtful, yearning vocal performance accompanied by a gentle, yet lofty instrumental.
Furthermore, the reputation of her talent steadily grows, with the said artist having performed live at several live events such as Millvale Music Festival and Greensburg Music Festival, and supporting renowned acts such as Brian Dunne and Two Runner. "Garden for Winter" has already impressed various indie blogs, and helped Lounna claim the "Pittsburgh Artist of the Week" title from WYEP radio station.
"Sassafras" sets the earthy tones of this album: together with up-and-coming Gabrielle Gutierrez, the collaboration warmly opens the LP with lush and layered vocals as they come upon a realization--- ultimately finding solace amidst greenery and nature. There's more lush bluegrass and timeless Americana influences ingrained in the follow-up "Appalachian Mountains," accompanied by plaintive banjo and sweeping fiddles. Setting a new precedent, the previously released "Alpenglow," Lounna trades the acoustic instrumentation for something more radiant and electric: the ballad becomes elevated with dreamy guitars and upbeat drums during choruses, and the vocals are ardently romantic complete with picturesque lyrics ("While we chased the sun into day/Rivers and valleys and mountain high").
There are several moments where Lounna's vocals are exemplary— primely during songs such as the haunting "Buried Bones": an expansive atmosphere is conjured here with the spacious vocal harmonies, sparse drum beat and a relaxed banjo riff in the backdrop. The same could be said for her insightful songwriting, take "Peak Season" for instance— a song meant for broken hearts and anyone who has lost hope, reaffirming it's always the darkest before dawn ("Though night will come/Just so will come the morning"). With similar attributes, "Under The Stars" (with Reliable Child) is a riveting and starry ballad (with thousands of plays already since its release), replete with vulnerable and tender moments.
Listen to "Garden for Winter" on Spotify and Bandcamp, and stay updated with Lounna on her website and Instagram.
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