Protector

"Inspired by the rugged yet serene beauty of Ireland's west coast, the singer-songwriter's tranquil psych-folk explores communion with nature, family, and ourselves".

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"There is something almost nostalgic about Day Out of Time in its wistfulness, referring us to that feeling of being off-course, off-kilter, maybe a day late, possibly a day early. But it is also about making your own way, with lovely brass tugging at the melody, reminding us what this has all been about. Details like this help to amplify McCarthy's vision - a beautiful, assured vision that sees her becoming the "protector" of her own path, just as it should be".

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"The rhythm section of Jenkinson and Doherty creates a subtle but sturdy backbone over which Frances see-saws her strange melodic patterns. With the underlying support of her family and bandmates, Protector comes across as less lonesome than her debut, though the hushed mystique that is one of her hallmarks remains".

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