Chris Staples Releases A Cold New York Morning

There are few artists who really can craft something emotionally moving in the most simplistic form, but Chris Staples feels like one such songwriter. His voice has that familiarity, akin to Sam Beam, and it pulls at you, begging you to be part of something greater than yourself. It’s offered up with a light guitar, occasionally layered with another behind to build in some extra depth. Those little nuances are perfectly placed in the arrangement, maximizing every little emotional pull, like the synth notes in the middle. Honestly, it reminds me of a young college Nathan listening to Pedro in my dorm room, and I don’t mind that one bit. His new album Don’t Worry will be perfect for those seeking musical solace; it drops on August 5th.