Michael Gutierrez-May - Fortunate
Folk, Indie
Massachusetts, U.S.
Overall Impression: Michael Gutierrez-May delivers powerful yet understated indie folk-rock, on his release of "Fortunate". The singer/songwriter encourages listeners to take a step back and cherish life for all its natural wonder and beauty on this mid-tempo track, which features both acoustic and electric guitars playing overtop a subtle backbeat. Gutierrez-May's modest and unassuming vocal style is the perfect vehicle for his humbling message of gratitude and appreciation for the simple things that we may tend to overlook in our busy, fast-paced daily lives. Indie rock and folk audiences alike will recognize the rare authenticity and earnestness of Michael Gutierrez-May's "Fortunate", available for streaming on all major music platforms.
Strongest Point(s): Solid production and mix. Wonderfully relaxed and laidback atmosphere and mood. Excellent song structure, I absolutely love the harmonic variations in the bridge section. Strong and compelling riff that complements the main melody. Acoustic guitar sounds really good in the overall mix, sits right out in front. Outstanding vocal performance; your gentle vocal approach on this track does a tremendous job of getting your message across, and the subtle backing harmonies on the chorus hook add a gorgeous texture. Poetic and profound lyrics put literally everything into perspective, and will register with nearly every and any audience. Overall, this is a hauntingly beautiful, short but sweet track that condenses the meaning of life into a tightly constructed two-minute song that listeners will love. Stellar work on this one, by everyone involved!
Target Audience Appeal: Fans of Pop/Rock, Folk, Alternative Pop/Rock, Indie Rock, Indie Folk, Adult Alternative
Artist target suggestions: Magnolia Electric Co., Damien Juardo, William Oldham, Fleet Foxes, Neil Young, Wilco, The Lumineers, The Head and the Heart, Grizzly Bear, Sun Kil Moon, Built to Spill, Iron & Wine
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Steven Azami is a multi-instrumentalist with over 25 years of experience in the music industry. Both as a touring/session player and as a producer, his career has spanned nearly every genre from bluegrass to jazz, from rock to reggae. In addition, his work as a music educator has allowed him to cultivate and foster talent within the next generation of musical explorers.