Karen Harding: Crafting Emotion Through the Acoustic ‘Stranger On A Pedestal’
Melbourne-based singer-songwriter with a unique and unusual voice Karen Harding, has just released her latest single, "Stranger On A Pedestal," on June 28th. It’s a carefully crafted acoustic track where she analyses the difficulties and challenges that can come up with admiration and how we see ourselves. The song is all about that moment when you realize that someone you've admired from a distance is actually just a regular person like you and me with their flaws. Karen's lyrics are introspective, and her voice really captures that feeling. The acoustic guitar arrangement works very well with the theme, making the song more personal and more relatable.
In "Stranger On A Pedestal" we can hear this great acoustic guitar performance by Gabb Matos. His playing really complements and adds value to Karen’s lyrics and vocals. Their collaborative work takes the song to new heights. It’s a song that stays in your mind and helps you think about things. Karen produced the track herself, and it showcases her talent not just as a singer-songwriter but also as a producer. The acoustic simplicity of the song lets her message and her voice shine through, it sticks with you.
Karen is definitely on the rise. In 2021, she won the top-prize at the Bendigo Bank-sponsored Radio Eastern Songwriter Talent Show, where she presented her amazing songwriting abilities. That same year, she also got in the Top Ten Winner at the World Songwriting Awards in September. She's undeniably being recognized for her work as an artist within the industry not only on a local level but also internationally. Her influence is expanding more and more everyday and she speaks and connects with audiences all around the world.
Karen also had a nomination for Best International Artist at the Crags Radio Independent Artist Awards in her bag back in February 2022. It has pretty much cemented her status as a prominent figure in the indie music scene. All these awards reflect how dedicated she is to her craft and how well she can express emotions that people can relate to through her music. With "Stranger On A Pedestal" getting more attention, we’re certain her storytelling and talent will reach even more people, solidifying her spot as an artist to closely watch in the genre.
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