Last Night I Saw The Leaves Fall is Blackwater Lightship’s EP Out Now
Good Day Noir Family,
Blackwater Lightship’s EP Last Night I Saw The Leaves Fall feels like an invitation into a dream-state where nostalgia, theatricality, and raw emotion coexist.
Last Night I Saw The Leaves Fall is Blackwater Lightship’s EP Out Now
Across its five tracks, the band manages to balance the immediacy of alternative rock with the intimacy of folk, while leaving room for atmospheric textures that deepen the listening experience.
The opening track, City Lights, introduces the record with a bright guitar arpeggio and a rhythm that recalls the jangle-pop shimmer of R.E.M. There’s a wistful quality embedded in the melody, but it’s countered by a sense of wonder that keeps the mood hopeful. When the vocals enter, they bring a theatrical edge, pulling the listener into the song’s narrative with conviction. The delivery is expressive without being excessive, making the lyrics feel like a lived story.
Evening Star shifts the pace, beginning with a beautifully trembling chord. The tempo slows, allowing the melodies to stretch and breathe. Its refinement immediately recalls the melodic grace of Grant Lee Buffalo, mixing folk sensibilities with alternative grit. The song unfolds patiently, rewarding listeners who take the time to follow its progression.
The third track, Over & Out, might be the most atmospheric moment on the EP. Built on mystery and introspection, it slowly grows in intensity, mirroring the quiet build of emotions that rise over time. It feels like a confessional whispered into the night, one that gradually swells into something more expansive. The Standing Man is maybe the most inspiring one.
Closing track The Places Where We Go ties everything together with a rhythm that resembles a march. The progression is confident, underscoring the band’s compositional maturity. Distorted guitars enter with subtle Radiohead-esque touches, pushing the track into darker territory while still maintaining cohesion.
With Last Night I Saw The Leaves Fall, Blackwater Lightship have delivered a thoughtful and moving collection of songs. It’s a record that proves their ability to merge influences into something distinctly their own.
Last Night I Saw The Leaves Fall is Blackwater Lightship’s EP Out Now!
Dreamlike!
Last Night I Saw The Leaves Fall is Blackwater Lightship’s EP Out Now
Blackwater Lightship are Tom Roberts, Leon Lockley, and Dan Oram. Blending delicate folk-rock acoustics with raw post-punk grit, the trio have been shaping their sound for the past two years. Tom and Leon first met in Manchester through a mutual friend and quickly bonded over shared influences, leading to songwriting sessions that grew into a project with real chemistry. In 2024, they brought their music to Sheffield’s independent venues, earning strong receptions and several headline shows. Recent highlights include recording their debut EP, a Folkscape live session, and welcoming Dan Oram to complete the lineup.
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