Singer-songwriter Leo Sawikin from New York City put out his latest single “What Is The Answer” on July 10.
Sawikin is coming off of the success of his last single, “Till You’re Somebody Else,” which charted #1 on the Mediabase A/C Independent Artists Chart.
Leo Sawikin is the former frontman of the NYC indie-folk band The Chordaes and has continued to make solo music of the same caliber, as exemplified by “What Is The Answer”. Over the past few years, he’s been busy releasing singles, including “Hold On”, “The Same Mistakes”, “Don’t Pass It By”, “New York I’m Coming Home”, and “This River.” Sawikin’s songwriting and musicianship have earned him rave reviews from a slew of music critics.
“What Is The Answer” enters the existential realm, asking important questions about “what consciousness is and questions whether it’s something that transcends our physical lives or ends when we pass,” as Sawikin explains. The instrumentation and harmonies project that constant wondering about life, the unknown, and stronger forces.
…a profound message wrapped in indie-folk with dreamy shimmer pop sensibilities reminiscent of a gentle breeze on a warm summer night. Leo’s vocal performance is consistently captivating, evoking a sense of raw sincerity and emotional depth that resonates with listeners.
Honk Magazine
Fans of Sawikin’s music can also look forward to his sophomore solo album, which will drop sometime in 2024, produced by Phil Ek (Grouplove, Fleet Foxes, Modest Mouse) and mastered by Greg Calbi (The Smile, Bob Dylan, Bon Iver). More information to be released in the near future. For now, however, his 2021 album Row Me Away is available to listen to on all streaming platforms.
In the midst of “What Is The Answer’s” release, Sawikin has been on a national tour opening for Jon McLaughlin in May and June. Additionally, he has big things in store for Fall 2024 with a handful of more dates. He’ll be hitting the road again starting Sep. 17, traveling the East Coast until late November.
‘What Is The Answer’ is a song that asks what consciousness is and questions whether it’s something that transcends our physical lives or ends when we pass. Will there be pain, or will it be peaceful? It also ties into the theme of ‘Till You’re Somebody Else,’ in that it sees our current lives as just a moment in our existence.
Leo Sawikin
Leo Sawikin with Jon McLaughlin Tour Dates:
Tues, Sept 17- Hummelstown, PA at The Englewood
Thurs, Sept 19- Sellersville, PA at Sellersville Theater
Fri, Sept 20- Bay Shore, NY at Boulton Center For The Arts
Sat, Sept 21- Northampton, MA at Iron Horse
Sun, Sept 22- Pawling, NY at Daryl’s House
Thurs, Sept 26- Portland, ME at One Longfellow Square
Fri, Sept 27- Natick, MA at The Center For The Arts
Sat, Sept 28- Old Saybrook, CT at The Kate
Sun, Sept 29- New York, NY at City Winery
Sat, Nov 23- Nashville, TN at City Winery
For more information about Leo Sawikin or to listen to “What Is The Answer,” visit www.leosawikin.com.
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