Category Archives: Expressive Music

“Elephant” by Jason Isbell

A virtuoso storyteller, Jason Isbell paints a tender picture of a life ending
Posted on December 7, 2024 by Aaron Weaver (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Jason Isbell’s “Elephant“ is a masterclass in storytelling through music, a heart-wrenching exploration of mortality and love — topics of which Isbell is no stranger. Nestled within his critically acclaimed 2013 album “Southeastern,” the song paints an unflinching portrait of … Continue reading →

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“I Can Never Say Goodbye” by The Cure

The iconic band’s first album in 16 years explores aging, death and loss
Posted on November 27, 2024 by Rachel Jones (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Fans of The Cure from the ‘80s and ‘90s will not be disappointed with their latest endeavor – an aching, melancholic album of eight tunes titled “Songs of a Lost World.” Frontman and songwriter Robert Smith wanders the valleys of … Continue reading →

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“Hands Up to the Sky” by Michael Franti & Spearhead

A surprisingly upbeat song about acknowledging both loss and the beauty of life
Posted on November 18, 2024 by Caitlin Manner (Blog Writer) SevenPonds

Best known for their reggae-influenced indie rock songs, Michael Franti & Spearhead have never shied away from talking about difficult topics, like the unjust nature of the death penalty, war in the Middle East, environmentalism and human rights. In November … Continue reading →

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“Caoineadh na dTrí Muire” (Lament of the Three Marys) by Áine

Áine brings an angelic freshness to a traditional Irish lament
Posted on October 23, 2024 by Aaron Weaver (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Even if you don’t understand a word of “Caoineadh na dTrí Muire” by Áine, you kind of get it. The music and singing is thick with sadness, grief and in this version of the song, hope. It’s a peculiar mix, … Continue reading →

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“See You Again” by Carrie Underwood

In this power ballad about sudden loss, death isn’t the end
Posted on October 7, 2024 by Mitch Lobrovich (Blog Writer) SevenPonds

Some songs about death convey the anguish of loss, resonating with sadness and poignant recollections of the one who has died. But Carrie Underwood’s “See You Again” attempts to uplift with a hopeful tone and production, despite the tragedy that … Continue reading →

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“Little Green” by Joni Mitchell

A song that will touch anyone who has lost or given up a child
Posted on September 23, 2024 by Caitlin Manner (Blog Writer) SevenPonds

Joni Mitchell, the accomplished artist, singer and songwriter, isn’t known for holding back when it comes to autobiographical work. Her album “Blue,” released in 1971, is a hauntingly beautiful example of the folk singer yearning to exorcize demons from a … Continue reading →

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