Hit Singer-Songwriter Tom Odell to Perform at Lincoln Theatre
English singer-songwriter Tom Odell recently kicked off his North American tour, with one of the first few spots taking place April 20th, at DC’s Lincoln Theatre–– an intimate sit-down venue suited perfectly to his haunting vocals. ...
By Kanika Mehra and Iman Noor
English singer-songwriter Tom Odell recently kicked off his North American tour, with one of the first few spots taking place April 20th, at DC’s Lincoln Theatre–– an intimate sit-down venue suited perfectly to his haunting vocals.
Listeners will recognize Odell’s trademark intensity from “Another Love,” a track from his 2013 album Long Way Down that has found another life on TikTok as of late. TikTokers have scored the song to videos ranging anywhere from personal revelations to fan edits. It’s also become an unexpected token of support on social media for Ukraine. Last month, Odell even performed the song at Bucharest Station in Romania, as Ukrainian refugees passed through to their new asylum.
Casual fans would be remiss to ignore the rest of his discography, however. Odell is known for a unique sound, with lyrics that perfectly articulate what it means to be in love and the heartache that inevitably comes with it. His accented instrument sounds build on top of each other to create profound swells that combined with his poetic lyricism give new and old listeners goosebumps. His voice itself has this unearthing charm and command that gives his work a cinematic sort of feel–– an unmissable experience live.
Odell’s latest album “Monsters”, is a vulnerable ode to Odell’s own mental health struggles. Odell has stated that the songwriting informing it came from his lowest points at the height of the pandemic, wearing the pain and loneliness he experienced during that time on the heart of every track. The opening track “numb” contrasts his raw and fragile vocals with an almost dystopic melody distinct from anything he’s ever produced, but Odell’s signature sound prevails through the entire album. Other tracks tackle themes of loneliness and anxiety, with the final song, “monster v.1” serving as a reminder in fighting his demons.
Despite his homegrown roots and underrated style, Odell is not any singular genre. His expression of melancholy and sadness are minimalistic and fundamental, making his work accessible for any style of listener. Anyone touched by his raw performances by Odell shouldn’t miss the live rendition next week. Tickets are available here.
English singer-songwriter Tom Odell recently kicked off his North American tour, with one of the first few spots taking place April 20th, at DC’s Lincoln Theatre–– an intimate sit-down venue suited perfectly to his haunting vocals.
Listeners will recognize Odell’s trademark intensity from “Another Love,” a track from his 2013 album Long Way Down that has found another life on TikTok as of late. TikTokers have scored the song to videos ranging anywhere from personal revelations to fan edits. It’s also become an unexpected token of support on social media for Ukraine. Last month, Odell even performed the song at Bucharest Station in Romania, as Ukrainian refugees passed through to their new asylum.
Casual fans would be remiss to ignore the rest of his discography, however. Odell is known for a unique sound, with lyrics that perfectly articulate what it means to be in love and the heartache that inevitably comes with it. His accented instrument sounds build on top of each other to create profound swells that combined with his poetic lyricism give new and old listeners goosebumps. His voice itself has this unearthing charm and command that gives his work a cinematic sort of feel–– an unmissable experience live.
Odell’s latest album “Monsters”, is a vulnerable ode to Odell’s own mental health struggles. Odell has stated that the songwriting informing it came from his lowest points at the height of the pandemic, wearing the pain and loneliness he experienced during that time on the heart of every track. The opening track “numb” contrasts his raw and fragile vocals with an almost dystopic melody distinct from anything he’s ever produced, but Odell’s signature sound prevails through the entire album. Other tracks tackle themes of loneliness and anxiety, with the final song, “monster v.1” serving as a reminder in fighting his demons.
Despite his homegrown roots and underrated style, Odell is not any singular genre. His expression of melancholy and sadness are minimalistic and fundamental, making his work accessible for any style of listener. Anyone touched by his raw performances by Odell shouldn’t miss the live rendition next week. Tickets are available here.