The album "For Emma Forever Ago" is possibly my favorite release from the past 5, maybe even 10, years. It is extremely melancholy, but so serene, peaceful and soothing. It's a complete mixture of emotions. Justin Vernon, who is the singer, songwriter and guitarist for the group, is an astounding talent. His voice is mesmerizing, beautiful and filled with sensitivity.
The track I am featuring today is not a cut from the album, but an a cappella version instead. I will post a video for the album version as well, so you may draw comparisons; but the a cappella version is far superior in my opinion. The harmonies among the three singers are phenomenal, rich and powerful. Vernon's talents are visibly carrying the group here, as he sings the lead and directs the harmonizing vocalists through the piece. One of my favorite things about this piece is that it's performed in a hallway inside an apartment building in Paris. Watch as the residents all lean out their doors to see the performance; a performance they did not expect to receive, but all enjoy immensely. If only I were lucky enough to live in a place where Justin Vernon would just drop in and sing some songs in the corridor of my apartment building. I'm jealous.
The a cappella version:
The album version:
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