Michellar’s “September” is not just a song, it’s a cinematic breath of autumn air, wrapped in amber tones and poetic introspection. Recorded between the coastal calm of San Francisco and the pastoral quiet of Staffordshire, UK, the track reflects a transatlantic soul-searching that’s both intimate and expansive. Producer Tobias Wilson’s subtle touch allows the song’s emotional architecture to shine, while Helen Walford’s ethereal vocals elevate the piece into something hauntingly beautiful.
From the first shimmering piano chord, “September” invites the listener into a space of reflection. The acoustic guitar strums feel like footsteps on fallen leaves, and Michellar’s lyricism, clearly inspired by folk legends like Joni Mitchell and James Taylor, paints vivid scenes of fading warmth and quiet transformation. It’s a meditation on memory and change, not in grand declarations, but in the soft ache of what’s left unsaid.
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Walford’s voice enters like mist, fragile, then gradually resolute. Her delivery arcs with the seasons: tentative in the verses, then blooming into a full-bodied crescendo as percussion flickers in and cymbals burst like golden light through trees. It’s a masterclass in restraint and release.
What makes “September” remarkable is its refusal to rush. It lingers. It listens. It trusts the listener to feel. And in doing so, it becomes more than a song, it becomes a moment. With upcoming art exhibits and performances tied to the track’s release, Michellar is clearly crafting not just music, but an experience. “September” is a quiet triumph, fleeting, unforgettable, and deeply human.
