Charming, whimsical, and quirkily exciting, Dave Clark’s latest single sticks out among its peers like a vividly colored rose in a barren meadow. ’Puddles and Water’ is a very unique piece.
London based singer and songwriter Dave Clark specializes in his very own distinct strain of folk and country. A sound that is reminiscent of folk from the 60s with a very particular modern pull, Clark is utilizing whimsical acoustic guitar arpeggios, modal chords, and an array of water drop effects to highlight his impassioned vocals and thoughtful lyrics.
The musical atmosphere that Dave Clark builds is certainly complex. With the rich mix of unaccompanied acoustic guitar noodling, interspersed with moments filled with the song’s dynamic and peculiar sounding drum parts, all supporting Clark’s distinctive melodies and deliveries, resulting in a musical environment that is at once cozy and curious, exciting and soothing.
‘Puddles and Water’ deals with themes of longing and loneliness, doing so with a soundscape that is lively and eclectic. It is a song that highlights Clark’s long years of writing songs. An experienced songwriter indeed, Clark’s peculiar and distinctive way of blending different styles and colors in a smooth way helps his song sound multifaceted and genuinely inquisitive. ‘Puddles and Water’ is a fantastic folk offering that is deceptively deep and well crafted.