Denison Witmer is an indie singer-songwriter hailing from Lancaster, Pennsylvania. With a soulful voice and introspective lyrics, he has captivated audiences worldwide. Drawing inspiration from his surroundings and personal experiences, Denison’s music resonates with listeners on a deep level.
Often compared to artists such as David Bazan, The Welcome Wagon, and Rosie Thomas, Denison’s unique sound blends folk, rock, and pop elements to create a truly captivating musical experience. His heartfelt melodies and poetic storytelling have earned him a dedicated fanbase that continues to grow with each release.
Having collaborated with notable musicians like Damien Jurado and Derek Webb, Denison has proven himself as an influential figure in the indie music scene. His discography includes albums such as “Are You A Dreamer?” and “The Ones Who Wait,” which showcase his talent for crafting beautiful melodies that tug at the heartstrings.
Denison Witmer returns with a new collection of ten vibrant and pensive folk-pop songs recorded and produced by Sufjan Stevens, his long-time friend and collaborator. “Anything At All finds” Denison in a suitably reflective mood, mining sublime revelation from an ordinary, domesticated life. Topics like bird watching, carpentry, houseplants, and hiking offer insights into bigger, existential questions about life, death, meaning, and purpose. What are we doing with the precious time we have left on this earth? Whether it’s spent making clocks, gathering berries, planting trees, or putting the kids to bed at night, these songs suggest that a life lived with thoughtfulness and care can lead to deeper joy and fulfilment.
Recorded sporadically over a period of two years, “Anything At All” was primarily created at Sufjan’s Catskills studio during the pandemic, with additional sessions recorded by Andy Park, in Seattle, WA. Contributors include Stevens and Park as well as Sam Evian, Hannah Cohen, Sean Lane, and Keenan O’Meara, amongst others. The album’s musical aesthetic marries Denison’s folksy, Mennonite vibe with Sufjan’s signature bells and whistles: lush strings and woodwinds, women’s choir, and an occasional jazzy saxophone weave their way around Denison’s matter-of-fact vocals and acoustic guitar. These are simple folk songs with bursts of awe and wonder.
“Anything At All” is Produced and Recorded by, and features Sufjan Stevens.
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