Lucy Dacus Witness the rapid rise of a gifted songwriter.
A
YEAR AND A HALF AFTER the release
of her debut, No Burden—which was recorded in a single day—Lucy Dacus has returned with Historian. The
album had a bigger budget but maintains her gritty ethos, further establishing her as a next-big-thing. But if you ask her, her rapid rise is still somewhat of a surprise. “Where I am now is kind of a shock to me,” she says. “The ‘why me’ question is as elusive to me as everyone else.” HISTORIAN [MATADOR]
The album further establishes her as one of indie-rock’s most unique singersongwriters by channeling ‘90s-era alt-rock and deeply personal lyrics.
LADY BIRD
a charming, funny
BLESSSED ARE
extroverted? That’s the
GRETA GERWIG
and deeply moving
THE MISFITS
question at the heart of
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story centered on the
BRANT HANSEN
complicated relationship
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Hansen’s book, which shows why those who don’t always “fit in” are
From filmmaker Greta
children have with
Gerwig, the breakout
their mothers and the
Why are so many church
uniquely positioned to
indie comedy set in
redemptive power of
programs and ministries
do big things for the
the early aughts is
unconditional love.
geared toward the
Kingdom of God.
Tedashii “NEVER FOLD BECAME this encouragement to myself and others,” Tedashii says. Unpacking its meaning, he explains, “Don’t look back. Don’t quit.” Since losing his young son, Tedashii’s music has
NEVER FOLD [REACH RECORDS]
Giant club beats are
become a way for him to encourage others
paired with thoughtful
who have experienced unimaginable loss
lyrics about loss, faith and
to persevere with the help of others, God
social justice in Tedashii’s
and, yes, even music. The album is equal parts inspirational and challenging, but still fully hopeful.
latest offering, which presents the full spectrum of his emotions and his talents behind the mic.
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