The Rough Trade Shops Singer Songwriter 1 album, featuring various artists, is an impressive collection of acoustic and folk-inspired music. The album features ten tracks that showcase the incredible talent and diversity of the singer-songwriter genre. Each song is unique in its own way, yet they all share a common thread of heartfelt lyrics and soulful melodies.
The album opens with the hauntingly beautiful "The Wreckage" by Tomberlin, which sets the tone for the rest of the album. The track features haunting vocals and a sparse, yet effective, instrumentation. Other standout tracks include "Sorrow" by Adrianne Lenker, which features a delicate guitar melody and Lenker's emotive vocals, and "Sunflower" by Buck Meek, which has a catchy chorus and a laid-back vibe.