We recently had the opportunity to check out the new single and video for “Will Not Pretend” from Portland based Americana artist Paul Nourigat.

You can listen to “Will Not Pretend “ on Spotify Here and on Apple Music Here You can also watch the video for “Will Not Pretend “ below

Paul Nourigat has been a “musical bystander” his whole life. Five years ago, however, he picked up a guitar and five thoughtfully-themed albums later he hasn’t looked back. With steely determination and no formal musical training, Paul learned to play ukulele, guitar, sing, write songs, and produce.

New single “Will Not Pretend” is an elegantly essential ballad with Paul’s reflective and warm vocals tastefully accompanied by piano, electric guitar, and cello. The song unpacks how fleeting friendship can be throughout a lifetime.

“Will Not Pretend “ is a well written and crafted song . We really loved the honesty that was center stage in both the instrumentation and in Paul’s flawless vocal performance.

“Will Not Pretend” is a fine example of an artist who gives his whole heart and soul in every performance. We can’t not wait for more from Paul Nourigat.