"Love (Indiegogo Version)" By Melissa Engleman : A Soul-Stirring Journey of Heartbreak and Healing

Sorrowfully intimate and unabashedly flashy, Melissa Engleman's "Love (Indiegogo Version)" is a deeply personal reminder of her unique ability to wrap raw feelings into the dreamy textures of Alt-Country. The leading track of her Love, Death and Mexico trilogy, this one represents personal reflection and universal exploration into heartbreak, healing and self-discovery.

Appearing on the album "Love, Death and Mexico", "Love (Indiegogo Version)" was recorded at Plaid Dog Studios in Boston with further vocals captured at Craftsman Recording in Austin. This song embodies a spooky yet hopeful vibe. Engleman's voice, vulnerable but commanding, soars above a diaphanous haze of acoustic and electric guitars mixed with those haunting "whale sounds" of Lance Massey. Carter Sanders’ piano work subtly underscores the song’s melancholic yet redemptive tone, while the rhythm section, featuring Daniel Yoong and Kyle Harris, provides a steady but understated heartbeat.

Lyrically, the song embodies Engleman’s signature blend of poetic storytelling and emotional honesty. Her lyrics speak to hearts and minds alike, echoing influences of Tori Amos and Patsy Cline; gorgeous images of love lost and lessons learned arise from mellow sounds. The songs, produced by Mike Davidson and Carter Sanders, have an intimate yet sprawling feel similar to that of a David Lynch movie or a graphic novel.

"Love (Indiegogo Version)" is a song that Melissa regards as an integral part of herself that gives resonance to the vanguard of alt-country and singer-songwriter traditions. It remains long after the last note has faded, coaxing listeners to embrace the whole journey of love, its pain and beauty. For online streaming, tap on the link above.