Blur
Self-Released, 2019
8/10
Though her 4th studio release may be a short one, Maureen Toth leaves quite an impression with her strong song craft and timeless folk-rock ideas on Blur.
“Blur” starts the EP strong with Toth’s pretty singing against cautious, elegant instrumentation, and “Fundamental” follows and finds its way into ballad like territory with a breezy folk-like approach.
Further along, “Deep Dark” leads sparse and raw before building into a mysterious and a melodic Americana anthem, while “Siren” puts her powerful vocals on display in a darker setting of rootsy rock feelings. “Island” ends the EP with sunny acoustic strumming in a radiant and jangly exit that leaves us wanting more of her charming, and often touching delivery.
Toth manages to get both intimate and playful here, and has the ability to birth loud rock as well as soft reflection, resulting in a gem of an EP that easily warrants repeated listens.
Travels well with: Patty Griffin- American Kid;Shelby Lynne- Not Dark Yet