motel void

I’ve always had a bit of a soft spot for artists from Seattle – I naturally take a little more interest in them since I spent some time working there myself. One of the latest projects to catch my attention is Gnat, the musical endeavor of an artist from Washington state. While not entirely new to the scene (she previously released two albums with the band Dinner With Me), Fill marks her official debut as a solo artist and serves as the first glimpse into an upcoming full-length release.

The track is a beautifully crafted piece of indie folk, one that leans into raw, atmospheric production rather than relying on instantly catchy melodies. It’s more about creating an immersive, almost hypnotic mood – placing emotional depth over immediacy, drawing the listener in gradually rather than grabbing them outright.

For this style of music (indie folk), I usually prefer short, diary-like fragments – songs that hover around the 2-3 minute mark. So, at nearly six minutes, Fill could have felt like a challenge. But instead, it flows effortlessly, unfolding naturally without overstaying its welcome.