We were absolutely elated beyond belief, to finally get to check out the stunning debut album , “New Thing”, via Audio Antihero from Brooklyn, based singer-songwriter, Avery Friedman . ( Spoiler Alert…. it is a musical triumph beyond words.)

You can listen to “New Thing” Here

We have been feeling the build up to the highly anticipated release of “New Thing”, every time we got a new single from Avery Friedman,( “Flowers Fell”, “Photo Booth” and “New Thing “( The title track is so divine) we got a little more excited for the debut LP.

Produced by James Chrisman (SISTER. / CIAO MALZ) and featuring Felix Walworth(FLORIST / TOLD SLANT), ‘New Thing’ is a sonically deep and layered album that sees Friedman explore her trauma, resiliency, and sexuality with a raw open-heartedness inspired by by artists like Adrianne Lenker, Squirrel Flower, and Babehoven. 

Right from the introduction track, we were completely smitten.

Every song on “New Thing“, from Avery Friedman, is a well crafted melodic experience that highlights the musical brilliance of a musician (Avery Friedman) who is a rising voice that needs to be heard .

Avery, shares: New Thing is a conduit for emotions too frenetic to hold on your own. This record is a collection of the first songs I’ve ever written, after many years of orbiting the music world, but denying myself my own musicianship. Many of these tracks were born of anxiety – from my turning to a guitar to externalize (and organize) a sense of chaos that otherwise felt trapped inside me. We recorded a bulk of it with a live band, as a means to maintain the raw energy at the center of the record. What results is a time capsule for a year of intense personal expansion in my life – and the layers of warmth, wonder, sensitivity and sharpness that come with growing.”

Stunning Melodies with thought provoking lyrics were found in every song on “New Thing”

We found ourselves captivated with “Biking Standing” , the song has a beautifully unique sound that we found to be timeless and heartfelt.

In our opinion the shining star of the LP, is “Nervous” Avery artfully molds both ambient sounds and melodies combined with thoughtful lyrics, to create an absolute work of art.

The album release show will take place on May 15th at Union Pool in Brooklyn, NY with support from Dolly and After Ours(Tickets/Info).

For an album that stirs the soul and moves the heart , you need to get lost in the beautiful new album, “New Thing”, from Avery Friedman.

Shows: Crossroads: Springing Indie Showcase – April 24th @ SOBs(Manhattan, NY)

/ Record Release Show –  May 15th @ Union Pool(Brooklyn, NY)

/ Sing For Your Slumber – May 18th @ Tourists Hotel(North Adams, MA)