Alex Krawczky pays homage to Grateful Dead lore with new track Love Through Sound.
Alex Krawcky – Love Through Sound
Alex Krawczky, Canadian Folk Music Award nominee, is a folk pop singer-songwriter based in Toronto, Canada. Her latest release, ‘Love Through Sound’ is a touching tribute to peace, togetherness and the uplifting power of music. The track was co-written with long-time collaborator Robbie Roth and produced at Toronto’s Union Sound.
On a count of four, the song opens with a warm acoustic guitar melody, underpinned by steady, driving percussion that immediately sets a heartfelt and inviting tone. The arrangement feels both intimate and expansive.
Alex’s vocals float delicately over the instrumentation. Her voice is warm and expressive, carrying each lyric with gentle sincerity and emotional depth. There’s a sense of effortless control in her delivery, every note feels intentional, allowing the story of the song to unfold naturally.
The track pays homage to the classic Grateful Dead songs “Casey Jones,” “Cumberland Mine,” and “Uncle Sam’s Blues.” This influence is clear right from the opening lines: “Casey Jones, you’ve got me riding high,” followed by “Take me down to the Cumberland mine,” and “Uncle Sam’s blues were playing.” These lyrical nods create a bridge between eras, blending nostalgic references with a modern, heartfelt interpretation. Alex manages to honour the roots of these iconic tracks while maintaining her own distinct artistic identity.
Midway through the song, a short instrumental section emerges where a WAH pedal guitar takes centre stage. The tone is rich and expressive, lending the piece a touch of 1970s psychedelia. Behind it, haunting vocal harmonies drift gently, wrapping the soundscape in a subtle, otherworldly atmosphere. The interplay between the guitar and the harmonies builds tension and texture, making the listener feel suspended in a dreamlike moment before the rhythm gently pulls them back.
‘This is a folk song that feels almost dreamlike and ethereal in every note’
As the track moves toward its conclusion, the wah-laden guitar returns with renewed intensity. Alex joins in, harmonising with the guitar through soft “la la la’s,” creating a unique and dynamic closing section. It feels spontaneous yet intentional, a final expression of freedom and release. The ending leaves a lingering impression, as if the song continues to echo long after the final note fades.
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