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Biz Barclay ‘Carried Away’ – A Beautifully Introspective Indie-Pop Anthem

Brooklyn-based indie-pop singer-songwriter Biz Barclay has once again captivated listeners with their latest single, “Carried Away.” The track is a stunning blend of shimmering melodies, poignant storytelling, and lush, cinematic production. From the first note, “Carried Away” envelops the listener in a world of emotional vulnerability, where the weight of memory and longing feels both deeply personal and universally relatable.
Barclay’s delicate vocals are the heart of the track, navigating through the song’s atmospheric soundscapes with a sense of quiet intensity. Each line feels carefully crafted, as if pulling the listener deeper into a reflective space where the past and present collide. The lyrics explore themes of nostalgia, self-discovery, and the bittersweet beauty of fleeting moments. It’s a song that lingers long after it’s over, allowing its emotional resonance to seep into your thoughts and memories.
The production of “Carried Away” is a masterpiece in itself, layering delicate synths and soft percussion to create a dreamy, cinematic atmosphere. The instrumental builds gradually, supporting the emotional weight of the song while maintaining an intimate, almost ethereal quality. This balance of vulnerability and expansiveness is what sets Barclay apart in the indie-pop scene, and it’s perfectly captured in this track.
At its core, “Carried Away” is about the liminal space between memories and reality, where emotions feel suspended in time. In a recent interview, Barclay explained that they wanted to capture the sensation of being “caught between moments,” and the song does just that. The lyrics evoke the feeling of drifting in and out of memories, unsure of what’s real or imagined, and yet fully immersed in the emotions those moments stir.
With “Carried Away,” Biz Barclay continues to prove their ability to craft emotionally rich, introspective music that resonates with anyone who has ever experienced the complexities of memory and self-reflection. This track solidifies Barclay as one of the most exciting voices in indie-pop today, offering a beautiful snapshot of their artistic evolution.
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Americana Singer-Songwriter Richard Daigle Releases New Single “Cajun Getaway”

A Tribute to Spontaneity, Memory, and Louisiana Roots
Americana artist and Louisiana native Richard Daigle is proud to release his latest single, “Cajun Getaway,” a heartfelt, roots-infused ode to spontaneous adventure and the culture that shaped him. The song was recently recognized as a semi-finalist in the prestigious International Songwriting Competition, affirming Daigle’s growing presence in the Americana songwriting landscape.
Rooted in Daigle’s Cajun heritage and inspired by childhood memories, “Cajun Getaway” captures the anticipation of a spontaneous road trip more than the destination itself. “I had the tune in mind before the lyrics,” says Daigle, “but as the writing process began, I found myself wanting to bottle that feeling of planning a last-minute escape — especially one steeped in the familiar joy of Louisiana’s rich culture.”
The track includes the evocative line:
“We’ll drive on down to the end of the world, we’ll know we’re there when we hit Grand Isle.”
For Daigle, Grand Isle isn’t just a geographic marker at the southern tip of Louisiana — it’s a touchstone from childhood, a memory of long drives to his uncle’s camp along a lonely two-lane road. “As a kid, it felt like we were driving to the edge of the earth,” he recalls.
“Cajun Getaway” joins Daigle’s earlier release “Cajun People” in celebrating Cajun culture, something that runs deep in his blood: both of his parents were Cajun, and their influence remains central to his music.
A retired writer/editor and communications specialist, Daigle is a self-described “late bloomer artist,” who released his debut CD in 2020. Now based in Chattanooga, TN, he performs across the Southeast, blending homespun stories, sly humor, and poignant reflections in a style reminiscent of John Prine, one of his greatest influences.
In fact, Daigle’s connection to Prine spans decades — from attending a packed bar show in 1977 to interviewing Prine in 1979 as a young reporter, and finally seeing him again on New Year’s Eve in 2016. That story inspired another of Daigle’s songs, “John Prine, A Friend of Mine,” which pays homage not just to Prine’s genius but to his humanity.
“Songwriting is how I process life,” Daigle shares. “I was blessed to be married for 34 years to Jan White Daigle, a beautiful soul who passed away in 2014. Since then, I’ve leaned on music — and the stories in it — to make sense of grief, joy, and everything in between.”
With “Cajun Getaway,” Daigle invites listeners on a musical road trip that’s as much about nostalgia and hope as it is about destination. It’s Americana at its most honest — unpolished, heartfelt, and deeply human.
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