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Clem Snide Shares Don’t Bring No Ladder

February 18, 2020 nathan.lankford Leave a comment

I’ve shared this before, but Eef Barzelay’s voice really feels like home to me; I spent so much time in the early 00s sort of obsessing over his songwriting and distinct voice. I’m grateful he’s returned with Clem Snide‘s first new album in a bit, and thus far, he’s not let me down with the singles shared from the LP. This one definitely fits the mold of that wayward Americana, using light little vocal flourishes deep in the mix to really buoy the natural melody of the track. I loved the performance from the get-go, but for me, it’s always about uncovering those little moments that live forever in your ear; that moment happens for me right at the 1.29 mark, so be sure to stop by and listen there. Forever Just Beyond is out March 27th.

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Clem Snide Returns with Forever Just Beyond

January 27, 2020 nathan.lankford Leave a comment

There was a time in the early 00s when every mix I made included “Ice Cube” by Clem Snide; the songwriting of Eef Barzelay always felt like my own personal secret that I wanted to share with the world, so his work’s always had a special place. Out of what seems like nowhere, Clem Snide have announced Forever Just Beyond, a new record, which is mostly Barzelay with the help of heavy-hitters like Steve Avett and Mike Marsh in the studio to flesh out the songs. This one feels like some weary ballad; it felt like it was fading away from me almost before it even started with that lonely piano working behind the hearty percussion. Something in Barzelay’s voice just feels like home, however; it’s so distinct and familiar I got swept away in emotion before going back to peel away the layers like the string arrangements. This song is a delicate joy; look for the new album out March 27th via Ramseur Records/Thirsty Tiger.

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