Ila Barker’s new album is finally here, and we couldn’t be any more excited to share it with you. Titled “Fool Under Water”, the 11-track project is an amazing experience from start to finish and one of the best albums we’ve heard in months. It deserves to be heard by all people around the world. Seriously!
We listened to this album several times, and we still can’t find the right words to describe its charm. Ila has one of the purest and most charming voices you could ever hear, and this album shows off all the melodic tones of her stunning voice and shows how talented she is when it comes to writing songs. The lyrics of these songs are honest, touching and mesh perfectly with the vocal melodies. Ila’s vocal performance is always captivating and the quality of her music is very interesting. From the melodies to the lyrics, you can tell that Ila’s writing comes from an honest place. Something we always look for when discovering a new artist.
The production is simple and the instrumentals are beautiful. Ila plays with a range of instrumentals that you can’t help but fall in love with. She brings a level of honesty and passion to her music that anyone can enjoy. So no matter what you a fan of, this album is the most perfect ride for you.
In summary, this new album is one of the more promising projects we’ve heard in a while. and we think it’s safe to say Ila Barker is setting herself up for something truly amazing. Go ahead and check out the album for yourself and let us know what you think. Don’t forget to follow her online to stay up to date on any upcoming releases!
ABOUT THE ARTIST:
With her soulful voice and lyrics that wash over the minds and hearts of audiences like waves, singer-songwriter Ila Barker is a force to be reckoned with. This Winnipeg based folk-soul artist of Anishinaabe and settler heritage, takes listeners on an introspective journey, inviting them to connect deeply with their own emotions. As an act of reciprocity, Ila mentors emerging Indigenous artists in AIRsessions, her self-curated music workshop series. Ila has taken the stage at the Winnipeg Folk Festival, Regina Folk Festival, sākihiwē festival, and opened for Jeremy Dutcher’s sold out performance at the Indian River Festival in PEI. After the release of her self-titled debut album (2013) Ila took time to mindfully refine her artistry, embarking on a creative evolution, and emerging with a self-determine sound. Her album Fool Under Water (2022) is an honour song to her metamorphosis into the powerhouse she is today and a promise that the tide will turn.
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