How are things around the When You Motor Away headquarters today? Thanks for asking, things are swell to great. Yes, all day so far we have been listening to
Swell to Great, the lovely album from Scottish chamber pop/alt folk quartet
Modern Studies. The album reveals itself shyly, with a relaxed pace and a generous 13-track collection of melancholy but richly detailed gems that sparkle a new way with each listen. The atmosphere is redolent of rural autumn landscapes, isolated seacoasts and the flood of memories. The vocals are hushed, even delicate, while the melodic arrangements are precise and derive a cinematic vibe via a harmonium and a cello. We recommend giving this album your ears, preferably with earphones and time to let the album seep into your life. The rewards are worth your time.
Modern Studies are Emily Scott, Rob St John, Pete Harvey, and Joe Smillie.
Swell to Great is out now on vinyl, CD and digital formats via Fire Records. This is a re-release, as the album originally was put out by Edinburgh's Song By Toad Records in 2016. By the way, the title of the album reflects the name for a stop on an organ rather than one's attitude. However, we aren't the type to eschew the chance of making a weak joke.
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