Katy Kirby - Cool Dry Place (Expanded) (2022)

Born and raised in the small Texas town of Spicewood, Katy Kirby’s first foray into the world of music was playing in her local church’s worship band. Now, over a decade later, she holds the style in some derision for its approachable yet anodyne sound. On several occasions, she has described her struggle to fight the impulse to make her music more accessible. However, with Kirby’s debut record, Cool Dry Place, she deftly strikes a coveted balance, crafting inventive structures and appealing melodies in equal measure.