As we approach Barn & Belle‘s latest album ‘Safe Travels’, and as we start learning more about the Dutch duo, it’s clear to us that the project has always moved towards a specific goal, always staying true to its overall ethos. Deeply entrenched in Americana, ragtime, and swing, alongside blues forays, Barn & Belle do not compromise on the outcome, crafting material that feels retro and traditional, but also incredibly relatable and relevant. Lea Lomans and Jesse Deledda are the two talents behind it all.
From a sonic standpoint, the Maastricht-based pair seems to embrace a great deal of nostalgia, staying true to their overall imagery and artistic mission. For instance, ‘Safe Travels’ has been recorded without heavy digital editing, letting Lomans and Deledda’s vocals shine through in all of their wholesome qualities. The album possesses a raw, gritty character that makes it lively and electrifying, even historically accurate. If you like what you hear, you’ll certainly love the pair’s live shows, usually including acoustic guitar, dobro, washboard, their signature ‘traveller’s drum kit’: an old suitcase repurposed as a bass drum.
In true Americana fashion, the lyrical premise behind ‘Safe Travels’ is highly observant, sometimes playful, other times reflective. You’ll find Barn & Belle writing about daily life and their personal experiences, effectively using their music as a cathartic outlet. As we are told: “The songs on ‘Safe Travels’ are deeply inspired by the people they met, the conversations they had on the road, and their own personal growth.”
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