It was earlier this year, with the release of her debut single Honey Be Good, that we were first inroduced to the strikingly warm folk sounds of Nicole McKinney. The Brisbane-based singer-songwriter, in an incredibly short amount of time, has crafted for herself a sound that feels completely boundless. While it nods to artists like Missy Higgins and First Aid Kit, it never feels limited by pre-exisiting music.
Quite the contrary, in fact. On her most recent single Palestine, McKinney showcases her true musical craftmanship—she delivers a track that builds upon her influences, creating something new and exciting. If you’re not already across this artist, we strongly recommend you change that.
Brisbane-based artist Nicole McKinney has returned with her new single Palestine; an earthy folk gem of honest lyricism and rich intrumentation.
The new single sees Nicole McKinney effortlessly traverse her unique blend of folk, roots, and pop to create a stunning concoction of earthy tones. With instrumental arrangements that feel equal parts sparse and lush, and layers of immersive vocal melodies, Palestine is brimming with warm folk charm.
Across the track’s three-and-a-half-minute run-time, McKinney successfully captures the beauty in change—the fleeting feelings that arise in perpetually moving relationships and situations. The result is a single that you’ll be unable to rip your attention away from.
Listen to the new single above.
