David Feder's guitar work on "Black Is The Color Of The World" is the kind that stops you in your tracks. As someone who’s spent years playing guitar I thought Feder had a lot of nuance and subtlety to his approach.
Feder channels a subtle nod to Jimmy Page in the opening moments, but quickly steers the song into a more introspective realm, reminiscent of M. Ward’s delicate, folk-inflected approach. The music itself carries a quiet softness, but don’t let that fool you—the lyrics are meticulously crafted, with standout lines like, “I know your starlight takes ten billion years to reach me, but I’ll gladly wait forever just to find you at another show,” wrapping themselves around the listener with poetic ease.
"Right With The World" showcases Feder’s dynamic range, oscillating between gritty, rock-driven intensity and verses that glide with a lush, R&B-inflected smoothness. It’s almost like two songs stitched into one, yet the transition feels organic—a feat that’s harder to pull off than Feder makes it seem. His guitar solo here is nothing short of electrifying, cutting through the dreamy haze with a precision that demands attention.
These tracks are a mere glimpse into Feder’s versatility. There's clearly much more beneath the surface, and exploring his broader discography is well worth the dive. Trust me, you’ll thank me later.