Brandy Mallard (Rachel Collis & Alex Pringle) @ Humph Hall

Brand-new indie folk duo Brandy Mallard is a refreshing return to the timeless craft of songwriting. By blending instrumental prowess with heart-on-sleeve lyricism, Alex Pringle and Rachel Collis create a sanctuary for anyone seeking honesty, melody, and genuine connection. Their songs tell stories that connect and comfort, offering a sound that feels like a warm hug.

The duo’s arrangements highlight the intuitive interplay between Pringle’s virtuosic, soulful violin and Collis’ piano, which shifts seamlessly from sensitive to lively. Their voices meet in close harmonies that evoke the classic troubadour spirit of the 1970s, drawing comparisons to the melodic warmth of Joni Mitchell, Carole King, or James Taylor.

The project is the natural evolution of a years-long creative partnership. Though both are classically trained musicians, they have found their true home in the "good old-fashioned" art of the song, trading the conservatory for a sound that is earthy, organic, and deeply moving. Having collaborated for years—including Pringle’s featured work on Collis’ solo albums—their musical chemistry is both effortless and profound.

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