Serenade, I Miss You
Oak, 2024
8/10
Listen to Serenade, I Miss You
The Texas guitarist Nicolas Hurt fleshes out 1 original and 3 selections from his peers for this personal, solo guitar effort.
Zeke Jarmon’s “Lemonade” starts the listen with much grace and warmth, where the sunny disposition and ragtime ideas make an impression, and the title track, by Justice Philips, emits both emotive and sonic qualities via the distinct intimacy.
The back half belongs to “The Springs” and “Lantern”. The former, the lone original, is populated by pastoral harmonies and swirling beauty, while Claire Puckett’s final piece is a mesmerizing moment of timeless folk qualities and highly introspective songwriting.
A quick record that is heartfelt and cinematic, Hurt’s agile fingers make each track a creative and touching moment of classical and folk nods.
Travels well with: Sam Wilson- Wintertides; An Laurence- Almost Touching