He's the young Kiwi with the golden voice who's taking over the American folk and country scene. Hailing from Christchurch before moving to Melbourne and finally recording his latest album in California, Marlon Williams has shown an incredible capacity to capture the essence of the iconic '50s and '60s musical eras into his own unique identity.
With band, The Yarra Benders, and a voice that draws inevitable comparisons to Roy Orbison, and the king himself, Williams' latest album is an exploration of love and loss following the end of his relationship with fellow Kiwi artist Aldous Harding. It's a personal and moving album of immaculate songwriting and "Come to Me," the opening track, demonstrates his subtle mastery over mood and his timeless sound.
Gentle guitar strums and his haunting croon dominate the early stages before cascading into swells of strings and gorgeous harmonies. "And when you find me, we'll share our troubles and fears, they'll wither over the years," he sings as the track builds, a heartfelt expression of desire in the face of loss. It's a beautiful line amidst the sea of beauty he pours out and is hopefully just the start of a long and illustrious career. Make Way For Love is out now through Dead Oceans.
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