From the first note, the warmth of Carla Aakre's "through" wrapped around me, blending melancholic piano chords with tight, understated drums and wistful strings. Her vocals, soft yet deeply expressive, feel like a confession whispered just for you. Her voice carries an emotional weight that lingers long after the track ends. Listening, I was struck by the track’s raw simplicity. Recorded partly in her Helsinki studio flat and her family’s southern Finland cottage, "through" carries a sense of place: organic, real, and personal. There’s a tactile quality to it, perhaps because of its analog production, which adds texture and depth. The strings and horn arrangements, courtesy of Carla Aakre’s sister, Milla Käyhty, elevate the song into something cinematic, yet it remains unpretentious, grounded in its emotional core. Lyrically, the song feels elusive, like trying to hold onto a dream. This artist doesn’t spell everything out, which only deepened its impact on me. The sense of sorrow in her voice is tempered with quiet strength, a recognition of both vulnerability and resilience. It’s a soundscape that balances beauty and sadness in equal measure, perfect for fans of Laura Marling or Sharon Van Etten.
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