Below, you’ll find two good reasons why you should care about the prospect of a new Bryan John Appleby record, both taken from his previous album, Fire on the Vine. The first is an upbeat, literate bit of great folk songwriting. The second tells a beautiful, heart-breaking tale about growing old with someone you love.

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Good stuff, right? Let’s presume you’re a fan now.

Mr. Appleby’s newest album, The Narrow Valley, is due out this fall. The first single is below.

RIYL: Josh Ritter, Jim Croce, classic songwriters, good music