Meels releases her debut studio album, ‘Tales From A Bird’s Bedroom’. With evocative storytelling, lush melodies and an immersive sonic atmosphere, ‘Tales from a Bird's Bedroom’ promises to leave a lasting, profound impact.
Meels' debut album, ‘Tales from a Bird's Bedroom,’ blends abstract lyricism akin to Fiona Apple with Regina Spektor's melodic touch, resulting in a uniquely absorbing experience. Produced by Peter Groenwald and Mark Campbell in the vibrant music hub of Nashville, the record is an innovative and timeless soundscape, allowing Meels' expressive vocals to navigate personal yet universally relatable themes. The album intricately weaves elements of nostalgia, nature, and complex human connections into a rich sonic tapestry, transforming mere songs into profound stories and heartfelt confessions. Meels articulates these moments with a wisdom far beyond her years, drawing listeners into her introspective world. Speaking on the creative process of the album, Meels shares,
“The seven songs on the record, which were handpicked out of the many songs I had written over the past four years, were written sporadically throughout my years in New York City. Since they were all from different eras of my life I was very hell bent on recording them all in one place, over a short amount of time, with the same producers so the project would feel incredibly cohesive.”
‘Tales from a Bird's Bedroom’ is a portal into Meels' inner world, painted with the hues of her hometown's redwoods and sewn together through a vibrant patchwork of experiences. The focus track, Boyle Park, is a tender indie-folk anthem, offering Meels’ unique perspective on youth, growing up and discovering oneself. With captivating vocal harmonies and mesmerising, sweeping melodic lines, Meels pays homage to her upbringing.
Speaking on Boyle Park, Meels shares, “I wrote Boyle Park in my freshman year of college. I was feeling sorry for myself, reminiscing and as I usually do, picked up my guitar to try and redirect some of that sadness into something tangible and productive. Boyle Park, our local baseball field, was where my friends and I found our fun. Often when I sit down to write I feel like I become somewhat possessed, like the song is already written somewhere and comes through me. My favourite songs are the ones that are written in 20 minutes, Boyle Park was one of those songs.”
‘Tales From A Bird’s Bedroom’ is more than just an album release; it's an invitation to witness a narrative that will echo for years. The album's richly layered storytelling and airy sonic atmosphere promise to leave a lasting impact on listeners, securing Meels’ place as an important artist to watch this year.
About MeelsIn the lush landscapes of Mill Valley, California, Meels, a songwriter, discovered her voice amidst towering redwoods. Her music, infused with the charm of a small town, is an intimate journey from nature's grandeur to NYU's Tisch's Clive Davis Institute of Recorded Music, establishing her as a fresh voice in indie folk. Throughout Meels’ diverse discography, her unique brand of indie-folk has been featured on various editorial playlists, including
Indie Vibes 2024 and
Good Morning. Meels has also garnered support from Apple’s own editorial team, with placements on ‘
New in Singer-Songwriter’ and ‘
Breaking Acoustic’.
‘
Time to Rise’ from Meels resonated in the ABC show "Grown-ish," showcasing her ability to capture the zeitgeist. Her new music has over 70,000 streams on Spotify alone, with widely loved singles ‘
Royal Flush’ and ‘
December 5th’ seeing widest listenership.
Beyond music, her voice has adorned global narratives, from a 3M ad campaign to contributing to a commercial for the Biden 2020 Campaign. In a world where the term 'artist' is overused, Meels embodies its essence—a creator immersed in shaping soul-touching expressions.
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