Today's Track: BEL Captures a Dreamlike Essence with Her Song "Parachute" - Atwood Magazine

      Indie pop artist BEL, an emerging talent to watch, captures a dreamy allure in "Parachute," the vibrant and optimistic final track from her debut album, ‘Holy Grail.’

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      As the road winds through Laurel Canyon, melodies seem to rise and linger, echoing the influences that have shaped BEL's music. Isabel Whelan, who embodies a lightness in her artistry, creates music that evokes emotions, allowing listeners to experience a freefall into feeling—a worthwhile risk as she leaves her mark with every melodic note she crafts.

      Holy Grail – BEL

      I compiled a list of everything

      I want to do when I find you

      Jump out of a plane

      Feel the wind in my hair

      Along with my parachute

      I know what I’m searching for

      I just need to seek a bit more

      I know what I’m searching for

      I just need to seek a bit more

      To discover it, to discover it

      BEL's journey began in Clovis, California, and she is now based in Los Angeles. The singer/songwriter recently released her debut album Holy Grail, produced by Jason Vance Harris and dropped in mid-October through Nettwerk Music Group. BEL is not a stranger to the music scene, nor to Atwood’s pages; she first showcased her talent in 2020 with "Silver Line," a song that radiates hope and encourages listeners to look inward while embracing her steadfast frequency as she continues to create, heal, and share her art. After five years, three remarkable EPs, and countless performances, her debut album presents an intimate and thrilling glimpse of a fully realized artistic vision—a mission accomplished, a dream realized.

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      The poetry found in BEL's lyrics enriches the ambiance around her; her work is playful and resonates with the inner spirit. She reflects on her growth and passion: “I always knew I loved music and singing, but I had no clue how to pursue it… My biggest influence was my mom, who introduced me to her favorite artists from her youth—Joan Baez, Joni Mitchell, Stevie Nicks. We would always sing and harmonize to their songs in the car… Music truly opened my world.” BEL channels this same essence in her album's closing track, “Parachute.”

      You want to see my light

      I turn it on

      And you light me up

      And when the party ends

      We can dance

      around the living room

      I know what I’m searching for

      I just need to seek a bit more

      I know what I’m searching for

      I just need to seek a bit more

      To discover it, to discover it

      The track begins with electronic drum pads and soothing harmonies that stabilize the surge of emotions, as a gentle ambiance invites a fresh perspective. Subsequent bursts of distortion awaken the senses, while layered electric guitars steer the sonic journey toward an energetic and inspiring climax.

      It’s difficult to see it

      From my viewpoint

      It’s hard to stay

      Feeling optimistic

      It’s challenging to perceive it

      From my viewpoint

      It’s hard to maintain

      Feeling optimistic

      I know what I’m searching for

      I just need to seek a bit more

      I know what I’m searching for

      I just need to seek a bit more

      To discover it

      BEL illuminates her world, fostering an atmosphere of hope and positivity.

      With its expansive, exhilarating, and utterly inspiring essence, “Parachute” embodies freedom through a steadfast feeling. There is an undeniable charm in BEL’s lyrics as she approaches the risks and rewards of taking action. Her song encourages grace in choosing to believe in what is not yet visible while recognizing the opportunities that await her as she continues her musical journey.

      “Parachute” ascends with intention, transforming vulnerability into strength. It’s the sound of BEL taking flight: Fearless, wholehearted, and ready for whatever lies ahead.

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