Swan Song Podcast #87 – Jess Guise

Swan Song Podcast 87 – Jess Guise

Possessed of a remarkable folk lilt, she sings with delicacy whilst landing some vicious asides – by turns sweet, funny, and haunting. 

After the success of their first EP The Fun Part in 2020, Guise (Jess along with long-term bandmates and collaborators Laura Hanna, Titas Halder and Keith Barry) released their first studio album Youngest Daughter on Xtra Mile Recordings at the end of April 2022.  Reaching number 18 in the official UK Folk Chart and produced by Frank Turner, the album is a beautiful accumulation of GUISE’s work so far and the summation of Jess’ own personal journey to date. An ode to acknowledging past pain and carrying it with you to build better memories, Jess describes the record as an honest, personal, and self-deprecating wander through the various ways she’s tried to follow her heart over the years. In this episode Jess talks about writing her song “Wish”.

Jess’ song choice is “I Find Your Love” by Beth Nielson Chapman.

Hear it here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dq5goY53J28

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