I just discovered this amazing artist Harridan and her debut single “Memory Jar”. The song had me hitting replay more than I planned. I kept coming back to it because I really enjoyed every second and by the end I was already thinking of it as a little masterpiece.
At the center of the song is simple piano, but there is something haunting around it that gives the song its unique character. The melodies are captivating and may stay with you for hours later. The lyrics are honest and add another layer to the experience. The song explores memory as something uncertain and broken up, with moments that circle around and change as you try to hold onto them.
Harridan’s music brings together her indie roots and classical background, and that mix works really well here. There is an experimental side to this release but it never pushed me away. Instead, it made me listen closer. Her vocals are captivating and full of emotion, and I loved the way she sings each part like she means every word. There is no doubt about the emotion in her delivery.
She is talented and there is something memorable about both her voice and the way she builds a song. The haunting atmosphere, piano, melodies, lyrics, and vocal performance all gave me so much to enjoy. It’s is a beautiful introduction to Harridan. I can honestly see myself keeping it in rotation for a really long time.
