If you aren't familiar with the sounds of Jesse Walton, now is the time to get familiarized. The folk singer-songwriter has released a stunning new album with rich narratives and timeless energy. After releasing his last single “Into Light” in the run up to its release, we now get the whole album of stories and melodies to please our ears. 

Pages has an undeniable liquid-gold warmth to it that oozes in steady, comforting vibes. From the cry of the fiddle to the harmonious acoustic body sending out stunning strums, the whole album is a blissful, folk utopia. None of the tracks drown out the lyrics, giving each song a chance to glow in its lyrical content. The album is a pick and mix of awe-inspiring soundscapes and beautiful tragedy.

The single “White Rain” is a haunting folk single that moves into the light. With charismatic piano shimmers and playful melodies that arise before the single slowly melts into more icy soundscapes, Walton keeps his melodies ageless showing the beauty in minimal moments, layered up by pockets of character. The single touches on the heartbreaking, tragic loss of a close friend to a drug overdose. 

“I’m Gonna Start A Fire” has striking profound lyrics that are both engulfing and valuable. Layered over a strong piano and a whiskey warm harmonica, the single is like walking into a warm fire-lit room after being in the cold.

The album is a folky, charming collection of tracks, as Walton explains, “The album as a whole portrays a journey of growing up, working out your place in society, overcoming loss and discovering love.” So dive in and lose yourself in Pages.