Alternative pop singer-songwriter Faye Webster released a heartwarming new single, “After the First Kiss,” on Wednesday, less than a year after releasing her latest album.
Acoustic guitar and piano dominate this track, with sparse electric guitar and percussion in the background adding a fuller sound. Strings also come in during the middle, with all the sonic elements creating an overall blissful atmosphere.
That bliss turns out to be the relationship kind, as made clear by the lyrics. With her intimate vocal delivery, Webster sings simply about being smitten with a woman immediately, which caused their relationship to move forward quickly. The lyrics are detailed just enough to make the song relatable to listeners and universally applied, while still carrying a personal touch on Webster’s part.
”After the First Kiss” was released with a B-side, “Thinking About You,” which was the opener for her fifth album Underdressed at the Symphony. This may suggest that a deluxe version of that album or even a sister album is coming soon, with “After the First Kiss” as a first taste.
At any rate, Faye Webster’s newest single continues her upward trajectory in quality and optimism that will hopefully continue with future releases.
