We’re super excited to be premiering the brand new single from Hallie Spoor, titled “Diamond Ring”, which is an emotional indie-folk track like you’ve never heard before. The release of this track, which is set to be dropped tomorrow (July 18, 2023), comes as she announces her forthcoming EP, titled “Heart Like Thunder”. The release of this single acts as the follow-up to her previous single which shares the same title as her upcoming EP, “Heart Like Thunder”.
Hallie Spoor, a Brooklyn-based indie-folk singer-songwriter, captivates audiences with her compelling vocals and emotive storytelling, earning her the moniker “The Adele of Americana”. Drawing inspiration from 1970s icons like Laura Nyro and Joni Mitchell, Hallie Spoor infuses her music with a unique blend of empathy and frankness, creating a warm and gritty sound shaped by her Colorado upbringing. Her musical journey traces back to her grandfather, a jazz pianist whose music became the soundtrack of her childhood and instilled in her a desire to create a sense of community through her own songs. Hallie Spoor’s music resonates deeply with listeners, inviting them into her world and illuminating universal moments with lightness and accessibility. With multiple national tours under her belt, including performances at renowned venues like The House of Blues and Hotel Cafe, Hallie Spoor has solidified her presence in the indie music scene. Her discography boasts three studio albums, a few singles, and a series of music videos, with her 2020 EP “New Ground” garnering over 90,000 streams on Spotify – with her most-streamed song on the platform being “Fine” at 71,000 streams. Anticipation grows as Hallie Spoor prepares to release her forthcoming EP, “Heart Like Thunder”, showcasing her evocative storytelling and melodic prowess.
Full of indie-folk combining a slight indie-rock feel with awesome guitar rhythms and sonic-inducing drums, “Diamond Ring” effortlessly reveals to the world Hallie Spoor’s incredible artistry. Clean, crisp, and heartfelt, Hallie Spoor’s gorgeous vocals flow awesomely around the beat of the track. Holding so much soul, from the track to the lyrics to her vocals, “Diamond Ring” sticks to one’s mind after the very first listen. Taking us on multiple stories with the lyrics, Hallie Spoor wonders about her ex-partners and why she wasn’t seen as good enough – but we now know it was their loss and as always, the right person does come along. Spreading the message that you are not alone, Hallie Spoor has defined indie-folk into a mainstream concoction, perfectly served with a cherry on top, making “Diamond Ring” a stunning reflection of her strength and beauty. We’re excited to watch her future career progress.
Talking about the track, Hallie Spoor said: “Each verse of ‘Diamond Ring’ is a different love story in my life with the central question of why I was not ‘the one’. Why was I not good enough to wear your mama’s ‘Diamond Ring’? In verse one, I am lying on the couch, listening to Neil Young’s ‘Heart Of Gold’ on vinyl while the rain is pouring down with my partner. Next, we’re having a screaming match in the West Village. And by the last verse, I am back with my first love, stargazing in an abandoned horse racing track in Nashville, TN. Lyrically, the story takes us to the acceptance and peace of knowing none of these were meant to be, but that in another life we could be friends. I aspire to have that level of acceptance in my songs because it’s so hard to do this in real life with all the baggage and pain I carry with me. Like the ending of ‘Annie Hall’ when Alvy runs into Annie and they have lunch in a sunny diner. He parts ways with his former love remembering how great she is, and how happy he is to have known her. He says, ‘You know, we’re always trying to get things to come out perfect in art because it’s so difficult in life.’”
She continues by saying: “Sonically, there are a lot of special jewels in ‘Diamond Ring’. First, the drums by JT Bates. We actually had to re-record the drums for most of the album because the tempos evolved so much from when I first recorded, but we could not let go of the gorgeous drums that JT did on ‘Diamond Ring’ and ‘Shenandoah’. The drums have this train-chugging shuffle that is haunting and rich, they feel so natural and live to me. The second thing that is notable about this song’s arrangement is the beautiful bridge that producers Stephen Chen and Ted Young helped me bring to life. The song takes on this slow, longing build with the strings rising and rising, and vocals creating the swirling ‘Oh’s’ echo effect. This section moves the story into a new world, and I just love it.”
Listen to “Diamond Ring” by Hallie Spoor exclusively here for the time being:
“Diamond Ring”, by Hallie Spoor, is expected to be dropped tomorrow (July 18, 2023), across all platforms. Her forthcoming EP, “Heart Like Thunder”, is set to be released in the autumn/fall of 2023.