In a crowded indie folk landscape, Anna McClellan continues to stand out as one of the most compelling songwriters around. I became a fan through 2024’s Electric Bouquet, and Space, You Big Cloud adds five more songs to the growing pile of reasons why.

What makes McClellan special is the absence of pretense. These songs come from a real and deeply personal place, delivered with a vulnerability that never comes across as performative. She uses her voice in fascinating ways too, especially on Restless, stretching and layering it fearlessly. McClellan doesn’t seem interested in perfection so much as finding the exact sound a song needs to tell its story.

A captivating EP that rewards close listening. Out now on cassette through Father/Daughter Records.

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