Sent Through The Ceiling
Self-Released, 2024
9/10
Listen to Sent Through The Ceiling
The multi-instrumentalist and Americana artist Ashtyn Barbaree brings her unique voice and emotive presence to these 10 tracks that welcome plenty of esteemed help.
The warm spirit of “Along For The Ride” starts the listen wtih Barbaree’s cozy voice alongside Ty Dunn’s glowing pedal steel and Jacob Campbell’s fluid acoustic guitar, and “Copenhagen” follows with Matt Nelson’s mature piano that suits the poetic singing.
Landing at the halfway point, “The Doorbell Rang” benefits much from Garrett Jones’ well timed upright bass amid Barbaree’s gorgeous pipes, while “Reckless Nights” is populated by Derek Weiand’s thumping drums and Dunn’s classical guitar via much emotion.
Close to the end, “2am Shadow”, the album’s best, welcomes Nick Caffrey on bass and Weiand handling percussion for the rich and authentic Americana, and “What We’ve Become” places Adams Collins on banjo and Lacy Hampton on backing vocals, as wordplay about growing up surrounds the thoughtful and relatable finish.
A body of work that’s not lacking any melody, sincerity and timeless Americana flavor, Barbaree knows her way around a tune you won’t soon forget.
Travels well with: Laurie Lewis- Trees; Greg Copeland- Empire State