Oh man, I’m a sucker for distinctive vocals with a raw edge. That certainly applies to Australian singer-songwriter/guitarist Adam Newling, who has just released his new album Love Takes Care Pt. 2—a logical sequel to last December’s 3-track Love Takes Care EP, as the 7 new songs are the second half of the same heartfelt story.

This is understated alt-country from a man who shoots intimate poetry straight into your heart, with little more than an acoustic guitar and a grit-soaked voice. The sound of honesty, heartache, hope, and humor, of perseverance and everyday truths—beautiful and enchanting.

Love Takes Care Pt. 2, produced by Scott O’Connell, is out now digitally via Space 44.

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