Tara Nome Doyle has shared her latest single, ‘The Overgrown Path’, a hauntingly introspective track that celebrates intuition and the courage to follow your own way. The release coincides with the announcement of her signing to the esteemed indie label FatCat Records, marking a fresh chapter in her career.
The Berlin-based Norwegian-Irish artist, known for her evocative vocals and atmospheric sound, reflects on the song’s mysterious origins: “I don’t even remember writing this song. It feels like it appeared to guide me—a gift from a truer version of myself. In moments of doubt, I’ve often turned to it for solace.”
‘The Overgrown Path’ is both a deeply personal anthem and a universal call to embrace the unknown. Tara says: “It’s a reminder that nobody knows the right way, so we might as well follow the one that makes us feel most alive.” This message resonates with her journey, having grown up without musicians in her family and questioning her place in the world of professional music. Despite feeling like an outsider, she stayed the course, drawn to the songs she felt compelled to share.
The recording of ‘The Overgrown Path’ mirrors its serendipitous creation. While visiting collaborator Federico Albanese in Northern Italy, a casual demo session turned into the final recording. “You can hear the birds singing through the open balcony door. It just captured the lightness and charm of the track perfectly,” Tara recalls.
Tara Nome Doyle has already carved out an impressive career, with her albums Alchemy and Værmin earning critical acclaim and millions of streams. She has also collaborated with renowned artists such as Isobel Waller-Bridge, contributing to scores for Netflix’s Munich and the upcoming series Three Women.
‘The Overgrown Path’ offers listeners a glimpse of Tara’s evolving artistry and is sure to captivate fans old and new. Her ability to blend personal vulnerability with universal themes ensures this latest chapter in her career will be one to watch.
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