Emma Bieniewicz - “Crow thing”
Grand Rapids, Michigan-based singer-songwriter Emma Bieniewicz has just released the striking folktronica track, “Crow thing.”
The song is built around the mellow weaving tones of fingerpicked acoustic guitar. This fosters a pleasing sense of intimacy. Dreamy lap steel glides smoothly, imparting a sense of nostalgia and rich warmth into the track. Splashes of reflective violin enhance the composition’s sense of hopeful elegance.
As “Crow thing“ progresses, electronic elements start to permeate, washing the track in a salient, dream-pop glaze. Electronic percussion intensifies the drive and complexity with crisp and punchy textures. These layers are rich and engaging, helping to dynamically enhance the track, whilst not distracting from the intimate currents that flow through it. Synth layers are also briefly used to create an exciting sense of dark, vivid intensity.
The vocal of Bieniewicz is beautifully chilled, breathy, and expressive in its delivery. Coated in a spacious sense of reverb and supported by ethereal backing layers, the performance feels incredibly immersive, bringing the vibrant lyrics to life.
“Crow thing” is a splendid track filled with lush and dreamy musical layers and soothingly expressive vocals. Blending traditional folk layers with modern electronic textures with ease, the song shows the outstanding musical craft and bold creativity of Bieniewicz. This one is not to be missed.