Janet Devlin invigorates genres and norms alike with her gender-bending new single “Daddy”. The pioneering Irish singer-songwriter brings her signature wit and understanding to the track, recorded amongst the storied studio scenes of Nashville’s legendary Blackbird Studios.
With the energetic strings of the banjo intermingling with Devlin’s passionate voice, the song looks at the societal pressures on relationships and gender in a reflective manner. Always fearless in her ability to question expectations via the power of empathetic song, she posits that dynamics might flourish beyond set boundaries. As with all her work, an uplifting message of self-determination comes out of it. Emerging as an independent artist over a decade ago, this artist has consistently pushed the envelope in terms of creativity, effortlessly moving between folk-pop and country. It also helps that her personal message is about accepting who you are and loving it, which is something that millions of fans around the world can relate to.
“Daddy” is yet another daring move in Devlin’s fearless progression, hinting at more layers to be explored on the upcoming “Emotional Rodeo” album.From charting her songs on country music charts to headlining her own tours across the globe based purely on her voice and lyrics, Devlin has cemented her position as a unique artist. The fact that she was able to tour with Russell Crowe last year only boosted her popularity even more. Captured in the heart of Nashville amongst the foundations of American roots music, Devlin’s “Daddy” thrills in the task of redefining the genres with her kindness, complexity, and humor. Its core remains as strong as her fight for individual freedom over superficiality of social expectations. Audiences eagerly wait to know where this fearless Irish songbird’s imagination and rebellious spirit will take her next.
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