Feeling the blues? Sometimes the best tonic is music. “Blue Monday” is the term given to every third Monday in January, representing a day when we may feel down; it’s cold and dark outside, Christmas has ended, and we are still dealing with the uncertainty of a pandemic. But January isn’t the only month that can bring blues to our doorstep. It’s important to embrace the sadness found in music, like the melancholy of Gothic tones, sad indie, and sadcore rock. These downbeat melodies can help us feel more understood, as the difficult moments in life are shared by many.
Jeff Buckley’s Grace album is a poignant reminder of how haunting vocals can take on a supernatural life of their own, playing with our emotions in ways that few other singers can. Songs like “Hallelujah”, “Lover, You Should Have Come Over”, and “Grace” are just a few of the tracks that show the beauty of Buckley’s voice, reaching four octaves that leave listeners dazzled.
The trio that make up boygenius (Julien Baker, Phoebe Bridgers, and Lucy Dacus), may reject the label “sadgirl supergroup”, but it’s no coincidence that their music resonates with listeners’ emotions. Their debut full-length album, the record, speaks of love, heartbreak, and vulnerability, with poignant lyricism that delves into real emotions. It’s music that leaves you captivated, as if sinking into an ocean of feelings, searching for something to relate to.
Low’s Double Negative is a beautiful sadcore album that tugs at our heartstrings. The music is slow and fragile, with vibrant heartfelt vocals underlining the sense of melancholy. The ominous drones and heavy distortion create a haunting background to the music that beckons us to a distant lullaby state. It’s easy to feel introspective when listening to the tracks; a lo-fi session album for when you’re feeling incredibly
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