Scout Paré-Phillips – Fields of Ash (2013)

Being very far from your average Infernal Masquerade release, today we have Scout Paré-Phillips and her 7” release “Fields of Ash”. Featuring two haunting tracks, this very short but effective release will grab you attention since the first minute and will never let go. Being a member of The Sterling Sisters, Scout Paré-Phillips manages to craft two very unique songs that cannot be missed by any fan of Neo-folk music with mesmerizing female vocals.

The opener track is “Fields of Ash”, a nearly three minute tune that starts with beautiful acoustic percussions and ethereal vocals. The simplicity behind this mesmerizing track is perfect for the excellent vocal melodies and basic instrumentation. The second song, “In the End”, takes a more dramatic twist and enables Scout’s vocals to shine through the melancholic acoustic guitars. This track has a considerably darker edge and a very relaxed soothing vibe.

For a two track 7” release, “Fields of Ash” delivers just the right amount of melancholy and dreaminess. Scout Paré-Phillips is a very interesting singer/songwriter that does not conform to the norm and creates very unique music (and photography as well). So if you like interesting music that has nothing to do with Metal, give this release a chance, you might find yourself liking a whole new genre of music.

Label: Pesanta Urfolk

Release: August 16th, 2013

Genre: Neo-Folk

Country: USA