False Corners – “Where Is My Blood (feat. Emily Backus)”
Atlanta based False Corners is the culmination of mutual love and admiration, their debut EP Shoobie shows that in each cut. The group is centered on the duo of songwriter Jack Shaw and artist-producer Damon Moon, then each of their songs features a different guest singer. The first single of the project has just released – it is the stunningly beautiful “Where Is My Blood” that features Emily Backus’ mellifluous singing which pierces the heart with radiant clarity. The songcraft on the new song is apparent and Backus’ dynamic vocal performance highlights the songwriting gift that Shaw has. The song opens with an arresting couplet from Backus with only acoustic backing, reminiscent of Neutral Milk Hotel, then lets Backus’s voice soar like a lark’s song. After the opening grips you, the verse’s sound thickens by bringing in organ, bass, and a backbeat drum rhythm. Then, Shaw seamlessly drops into the[...]