Craig Finn may look like a 6th-grade social studies teacher. However, his voice quickly lets you know he's in it for real.
Most known for his work in The Hold Steady, Finn has also distinguished himself with his solo albums, including 2015's "Faith in the Future." This collection has served as a writing soundtrack for me for much of quasi-quarantine.
Essentially working as a duo here with Josh Kaufman, Finn is traditionally classified as an indie rock musician. "Faith in the Future" veers closer to an alt-folk sound to me, comprised of vignettes that honor an Americana genre.
Finn's narrative songwriting style has drawn acclaim, and he's at his best here with "Maggie I've Been Searching for Our Son" and "Newmyer's Roof." These songs possess a wistfulness that plays well in this "uncertain times."™
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