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Jenkins' New Album: A Tapestry of Stories and Sound
10 Sep
Summary
- Second album weaves personal stories and overheard dialogue.
- Features collaborations with producer Josh Kaufman.
- Inspired by the aftermath of a friend's tragic death.
Cassandra Jenkins' latest album, "Phenomenal Nature," presents a profound emotional breakthrough, skillfully uniting diverse observations into a serene and cohesive musical experience. The New York-based songwriter incorporates sampled monologues, dialogues, and stories from various individuals, lending the album a documentary-like quality.
Working with producer Josh Kaufman, Jenkins crafted a focused and breezy collection of songs. The album, released in summer 2019, draws inspiration from the period following the tragic death of a friend, exploring the immediate aftermath of grief, helplessness, and confusion.
Jenkins' musical approach blends saxophone, fretless bass, drum loops, and field recordings. These elements complement her plainspoken and intuitive songwriting, creating an atmosphere suited to the album's introspective themes. The music often mirrors the cadence of her storytelling, evoking distinct moods from ambient lounge to solitary ghost stories.
