Dark and Twisties just released their latest album, "Ungrateful Women," which feels like a discovery. The 11 songs last a little over 42 minutes and introduce a band that isn't afraid to dig into deep feelings. Their modern folk sound mixes beauty and darkness in a way that sticks with you long after the last note.
The group comprises Sarah Birch, Kate Ronconi, Sarah Passmore, Danny Kilbride, and Huw Rees, and they have been praised a lot since they came out a few months ago. Their music draws on traditional folk, but it sounds fresh and modern. The vocal harmonies are rich, and the stories are personal but still easy to relate to. "Ungrateful Women" uses music to show how adept they are at storytelling.
The album talks about the different things that happen to women, especially how it feels to be alone at a certain age. It talks about things like being alone and independent, as well as the struggle between wanting peace and being afraid of missing out. The songs show how hard it can be to love, make friends, and lose someone. Dark and Twisties doesn't tell you what to do. Instead, they tell people to sit with their bad feelings and accept that life can be both beautiful and messy.
"This Time" is one of the best songs, starting with soft confidence, and has harmonies that mix strength and weakness. "Questions" make people think a lot. The way the melodies are layered reminds us of the doubts we don't voice aloud. "Flags" is a quiet song with a lot of emotional depth that shows how the band can make people feel better even when they're sad. The music in "Ungrateful Women" is beautiful and not too hard to follow. The vocals are backed by natural sounds and skilled musicianship, creating an intense emotional atmosphere. Each instrument has its own space to shine. The album sounds real, strong, and easy to relate to because of this.
In "Ungrateful Women," Dark and Twisties don't just tell stories. They're also giving people a chance to see themselves in the music. This brave and great first album shows that the band has a lot of good things ahead of them. Their harmonies are as big as their potential.