Julien Baker

Before her memorable Tiny Desk Concert on March 7, 2016, Julien Baker had just released her debut album, "Sprained Ankle," which showcased her heartfelt lyrics and emotive vocal style. The album, coming out in 2015, captured listeners with its remarkably personal themes of isolation and longing, making it a standout in the indie music scene. During the performance, she introduced an untitled new song, later known as "Funeral Pyre," which spoke to her evolution as an artist even at this early stage. What’s fascinating is how this performance highlights her raw, unfiltered talent — a young artist laying her soul bare, which would only continue to resonate and grow in her future works. It’s like she was inviting everyone into her world, one poignant note at a time.

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