Hailing from Sheffield, Blackwater Lightship makes no secret of their eclectic compositional approach. Not solidifying on a precise sonic formula, the talented trio enjoys navigating a wide range of inspirations, be it roaring alt-rock or sweeter, folk-flavoured territories. ‘Last Night I Saw The Leaves Fall’ is the perfect evidence of that. The group’s latest EP, the record provides a compelling look at Blackwater Lightship’s songwriting flair and guitar-driven prowess.
Introduced by ‘City Lights’, the EP starts strong with a relatable and measured rock’n’roll character, one that leaves ample space for vocals and lyrical motifs. ‘Evening Star’ takes a gentler approach to it all, developing a wholesome, introspective ballad character that’s a joy to listen to. ‘Over & Out’ feels more electrifying and anthemic, with atmospheric guitar tones anticipating a Pink Floyd-esque melodic incursion. ‘The Standing Man’ does a perfect job of standing in the middle, delivering a great song and greater vocals.
‘The Places Where We Go’ takes the record to a close in epic fashion, with a potent, slow-burning cut that feels stadium-ready and sonically heavy. Tom Roberts, Leon Lockley, and Dan Oram rise to their artistic role. As they explain: “These are five tracks we’ve poured ourselves into, emotionally, creatively, and technically. It’s taken real dedication to reach the sound we had in our heads. It’s been a challenge, but the end result feels honest and powerful”.
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