Canadian Indie-Folk Artist Amanda Keeley Releases New Single, "Better Days" - out now
About Amanda Keeley
Canadian singer-songwriter Amanda Keeley has swiftly carved a niche for herself as a spellbinding indie-folk artist. Her music, imbued with the raw, emotional depth of a seasoned soul, draws listeners into an intimate world of lyrical storytelling and melodic artistry. Keeley’s voice, often likened to the resonant tones of Sara Bareilles, the heartfelt authenticity of Brandi Carlile, and the haunting melancholy of City and Colour, serves as a bridge between the timeless traditions of folk and the contemporary sensibilities of modern music.
Her musical style is a tapestry of sound that reflects a myriad of influences. From the earthy strums of folk to the sultry cadences of r&b, and the catchy hooks of pop, Amanda’s music is a fusion of genres that creates a sound uniquely her own. Her performances are akin to a soul-stirring odyssey, characterized by the ethereal lift of her high registers and her silky, grounded lows.
Amanda Keeley’s musical vision is a testament to her versatility and dedication to her craft. Her 2022 debut single, “White Light,” perfectly showcased her prowess as a singer-songwriter, with a glimpse of what was yet to come. This bluesy, folk-rock anthem encapsulated her ability to blend powerful storytelling with a robust, evocative sound. Following the critical success of “White Light,” Amanda is armed with new music to further cement her as an artist worth your attention. Keep an ear out for this rising talent, as she is certain to leave an indelible mark on the indie-folk landscape and beyond.
ABOUT THE SONG: “Better Days”
““Better Days” is an uplifting song, a story about the realization a relationship has come to an end. The lyrics touch on the beauty within the contrast of what the experience had to offer.
The words came to me at a time where I needed help processing the loss and letting go of a longtime relationship. I’m grateful for this song finding its way through me as it helped immensely with closure and moving forward from a place of love.
As a songwriter I interpret many life experiences through songs. In this case I found myself with certain lines floating through my mind like “thought we were more than this, let us go, let it die, all the flowers have dried and just dust in the wind”. It really felt like the perfect way to clearly communicate how I was feeling. The grief I was experiencing was pretty intense; the “flowers” felt like a representation of the need for a funeral of sorts to really grieve this loss, and once the flowers ‘dried and just dust in the wind,’ this was me coming to terms with it being over and letting go.
For this song in particular, it was the lyrics that came to me first. When I don’t have a melody right away, I do my best to remain uncensored and free-flow the thoughts into words, which usually follow some form of rhythmic pattern as I write them down. Once the foundation for the lyrics was established, the melody started to flow, enter guitar and off we go!”
– Amanda Keeley
Credits:
Recorded, mixed and produced by Jim Bryson
Studio: Fixed Hinge
Mastered by Philip Shaw Bova
