Liat Lis and Kyle McGonegle — comprising the old-time folk duo — are a reminder that sometimes, musicians are made for each other. Beyond the lush, characteristic two-part vocal harmonies that carve a wake through The Gossamer Strings’ music, there is songwriting and performance talent at work that has not seen since the string-band heyday of the previous decade. 

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At once glistening with all the fresh appeal of a mountain snowpack in spring, Lis and McGonegle’s arresting brand of folk invokes the epic expanse of this wild country while facing simultaneously inward, to the windy, wide-open spaces in our hearts. Instrumentally, banjo and guitar never sounded so at home side by side. We’re talking about thoughtful arrangements here, supervised by four immaculate ears.

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Throughout the duo’s  debut album there is not one instance of toes being stepped on, or overt business or vision in conflict. The result is refreshing and altogether unique. A sound that drags us back to clear water with languid ease, providing hope that harmony does exist in this world — we just need to go out and find it.