19 years old, Ellis J Barraclough is inherently one to watch with his new single, “Patience.” The Hull singer-songwriter embodies what music is to be an expression of the soul. “Patience” is a fantastic introduction to Ellis’s raw emotional range, complimented by an inarguable growth in songwriting maturity.
The song reflects the bittersweet beauty of waiting for something you believe in love, dreams, and your evolution. Still, it doesn’t get bogged down by its subject matter, emerging as a reflective but upbeat anthem for anyone on a personal journey. Entwined optimism comes through in Ellis’s voice, which bears the vulnerability of someone with much more experience.
Direct comparisons can be made to contemporary singers/songwriters in the mold of Dermot Kennedy and Tom Grennan, yet Ellis’s sound is undoubtedly current while feeling emotionally rich and timeless. The barebones production sets his voice up as the main event, taking you from the heights to the song’s depths. It’s a song with such intimacy that it feels like Ellis is singing to you, telling you a story, and being real and interesting.
For all his youth, Ellis’s music shows a deep understanding of the complexities of life. Patience is really about trusting the process and understanding that growth and change take their own time. The fact that he can distill this into a song is evidence of his artistry, and that age is not a barrier to meaningful music. Ellis J Barraclough’s “Patience” marks the next stage in a journey that promises to be interesting and rewarding. Between his mix of youthful exuberance and masterful songwriting, there is no question that Ellis is here to stay.
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