With The Carrie Armitage Quartet, things are always somewhat predictable. You might not know exactly what they’ll release, but you can always be sure it will be executed with a refinement bordering on mastery. Their new single, An Agreeable Glow, is no exception.

If someone were to ask how to describe the music of The Carrie Armitage Quartet, the simplest answer would be: “Jazz with hints of rock and funk.” But, of course, that only covers the technical side. Their music has a character that defies being confined to a single style or label. It’s the kind of music you’d listen to in a cozy bar late at night or at home, but it carries the feeling that it truly belongs on the stage of Carnegie Hall.

An Agreeable Glow begins gently, almost cautiously. This is a song that unfolds slowly, with deliberate care, as Carrie Armitage methodically lays her cards on the table. The piano enters warmly, the double bass draws soft contours, and the drums add rhythmic texture.

The instruments gradually come together, building into something resembling an orchestral swell, and then Carrie’s vocals step into the spotlight. Up until this moment, her voice has been merely a shadow, a whisper in the distance, but now it breaks through, powerful and passionate, bringing the composition to its emotional peak. And honestly, it’s worth waiting for the climax just for this moment.

There’s something deeply human about An Agreeable Glow. It’s music for people who love music—authentic, free of frills and effects for the sake of effect. You can listen to An Agreeable Glow alone or in company, but the result is the same: within seconds, you’ll find yourself in another dimension—a warm space filled with light and melodies that won’t let go. And perhaps that’s the most delightful journey one can take on a cozy evening.

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