Edward Castelow Shares New Album 'Mirth' Annabel Kean / Monday 1st March, 2021 12:55PM
Mirth, the first he's released under his own name since dropping the Dictaphone Blues handle. The switch-up marks a shift in sound from Castelow, who's shaken off any bubblegum-pop notions, and instead dips into sultry baritones and something a touch psychedelic. Mirth, a virtue true of the Tāmaki songwriter, grew from lazy mornings exploring melodies on a steel-string guitar, slowly built up with lyrics and instrumentation, keeping in mind a more personal approach to the song content this time around. Standout track 'There Swells My Heart' is a shining example of guest vocalists