Julie Byrne with Laugh Cry Laugh cover

Julie Byrne with Laugh Cry Laugh

Julie Byrne · 2023

11 min · 4 tracks · indie folk

Ethereal melodies entwine with introspective lyrics, creating a contemplative soundscape that evokes both yearning and tranquility.

Top tracks — play these first

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    '22 — '22 opens the album with delicate guitar work and reflective lyrics that set a contemplative tone for the entire project.
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    These Days — This track showcases Byrne's signature vocal delivery paired with poignant observations on time and change, resonating deeply with listeners.
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    Entropy Increasing — With its intricate layering and introspective lyrics, this song encapsulates the album's theme of grappling with impermanence and uncertainty.

Where this album fits

Career context
Byrne's album 'Julie Byrne with Laugh Cry Laugh' arrives as her third full-length release, following her critically acclaimed 2017 album 'Not Even Happiness'. The artist has established herself within the indie folk scene, known for her haunting vocals and intricate songwriting, making this release pivotal in further solidifying her artistic voice.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 ’22 1:57
  • 2 These Days 3:33
  • 3 Velocity! What About the Inertia!? 2:49
  • 4 Entropy Increasing 2:58

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