Tessa Rose Jackson's debut album under her own name is a sonic journey that weaves together folk guitar, dream-pop, and poignant storytelling. With roots tracing back to Bert Jansch and REM, to Sharon Van Etten, the Dutch-British musician has crafted a rawer, richer record made entirely in rural France. The Lighthouse sets sail with its title track, establishing a haunting atmosphere that echoes across the album's 11 tracks.
The Dutch-British musician draws heavily from her own experiences, particularly the death of one of her mothers when she was a teenager, which informs much of the lyrics throughout the record. Tracks like "The Bricks That Make the Building" and "Gently Now" showcase Jackson's inquisitive approach to grief, weaving it into poetic and refreshing narratives that are both deeply personal and universally relatable.
A key element behind The Lighthouse is its pop-infused production, which breathes new life into Jackson's distinctive voice. Her assured yet never smug tone is matched by the confidence of songs like "Fear Bangs the Drum" and "Wild Geese", reminiscent of singles by This Is the Kit and Aldous Harding.
It's in the album's quieter moments that Jackson's vocal range truly shines, particularly in piano-led tracks like "Grace Notes" and "By Morning". These stripped-back arrangements allow her voice to soar, conjuring a sense of luminosity that underscores the entire record.
Jackson's journey is far from over, as she embarks on this fourth album under her own name. Supporting acts include Ye Vagabonds with their latest release All Tied Together (River Lea), Adam Weikert's To Whom Ourselves We Owe, and Nomad War Machine and Susan Alcorn's thrillingly boundary-pushing Contra Madre – all highlighting the exciting state of folk music at present.
The Dutch-British musician draws heavily from her own experiences, particularly the death of one of her mothers when she was a teenager, which informs much of the lyrics throughout the record. Tracks like "The Bricks That Make the Building" and "Gently Now" showcase Jackson's inquisitive approach to grief, weaving it into poetic and refreshing narratives that are both deeply personal and universally relatable.
A key element behind The Lighthouse is its pop-infused production, which breathes new life into Jackson's distinctive voice. Her assured yet never smug tone is matched by the confidence of songs like "Fear Bangs the Drum" and "Wild Geese", reminiscent of singles by This Is the Kit and Aldous Harding.
It's in the album's quieter moments that Jackson's vocal range truly shines, particularly in piano-led tracks like "Grace Notes" and "By Morning". These stripped-back arrangements allow her voice to soar, conjuring a sense of luminosity that underscores the entire record.
Jackson's journey is far from over, as she embarks on this fourth album under her own name. Supporting acts include Ye Vagabonds with their latest release All Tied Together (River Lea), Adam Weikert's To Whom Ourselves We Owe, and Nomad War Machine and Susan Alcorn's thrillingly boundary-pushing Contra Madre – all highlighting the exciting state of folk music at present.
Tessa Rose Jackson is already a total boss and her songwriting skills are insane 
The way she weaves folk, dream-pop, and storytelling together is like magic 
And those lyrics about losing her mom at 16? Raw. Unapologetic. Perfectly poignant 
I need to hear more from this talented lady ASAP! 
THE WAY SHE WOVE TOGETHER FOLK GUITAR, DREAM-POP, AND POIGNANT STORYTELLING IS TRULY INSPIRING. I LOVE HOW SHE DRAWED FROM HER OWN EXPERIENCES, ESPECIALLY THE LOSS OF HER MOTHER WHEN SHE WAS A TEENAGER, IT MAKES THE LYRICS SO RELATABLE AND DEEPLY PERSONAL. THE POP-INFUSED PRODUCTION IS A GAME CHANGER FOR HER VOICE, IT'S LIKE BUTTER FOR MY EARS!!! 
I ALSO LOVED THE QUIETER MOMENTS WITH PIANO-LEAD TRACKS, IT WAS LIKE SHE WAS REVEALING SECRET GEMS. CAN'T WAIT TO LISTEN TO MORE OF THESE ARTISTS AND SEE HOW FOLK MUSIC CONTINUES TO EVOLVE!
I'm so excited to see Tessa Rose Jackson's new album The Lighthouse! Her ability to weave together different styles like folk, dream-pop, and pop is just incredible 
. The production on this album is top-notch too, it brings out the best in her voice 
. I love how she experiments with different sounds and moods throughout the record - it keeps me engaged and eager to hear what's next for her! 
I'm so down for this new album from Tessa Rose Jackson! 
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. What resonates most for me is how she navigates grief in her lyrics – it's refreshing to see a deeply personal and universally relatable approach that feels both honest and uplifting 
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it's like she just wanted to escape or something but idc i mean i'm lovin the dream-pop vibes and them poignant lyrics about grief and stuff are super relatable tbh 
And can we talk about her voice? It's like butter for the soul - smooth, rich, and utterly captivating 
️. The production is also super cool, giving her that pop-infused edge without losing any of her authenticity. I'm all about this folk-pop fusion 
. Can't wait to see what she comes up with next!
does she like it over here tho? 
btw I need some new guitar chords, any good resources for a beginner like me 
. I'm loving how she's not afraid to experiment and push boundaries too - that Contra Madre release from Nomad War Machine and Susan Alcorn sounds like a wild ride 
I love how Tessa Rose Jackson is taking control of her sound and style on this album. She's so bold in exploring different genres like dream-pop, and it really pays off! The way she incorporates pop-infused production without going overboard with it is genius 
. And her voice? Absolutely stunning, especially when it's stripped back on piano-led tracks - it's like she's singing directly to your soul 
also, why do all these artists keep grouping together and promoting each other? it feels like a marketing ploy 
I'm absolutely loving Tessa Rose Jackson's new album, The Lighthouse! She has this incredible ability to weave together folk, dream-pop, and storytelling into something truly unique 
I mean, who else could make a song about grief sound so relatable and poetic? Her voice is just incredible, especially in those quiet piano-led tracks - it gives me chills every time! 
that carries you through its 11 tracks, each one a unique gem 
. Her storytelling is so raw and real, it feels like she's sharing her secrets with you directly 
. The way she weaves folk, dream-pop, and pop together is like a masterful recipe 
, making this album an absolute must-listen for anyone who loves music that means something 
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. It makes the lyrics so relatable and honest 
. The pop-infused production is a game-changer, making her sound even more confident and carefree 
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I'm loving Tessa Rose Jackson's new album The Lighthouse so far! 
. The whole album feels like a journey, and I'm excited to keep exploring it! 
. It's like she's lighting up a beacon of hope and understanding in the darkness... The Lighthouse feels like exactly what we need right now 
. I'm not surprised it's been compared to Sharon Van Etten - her storytelling skills are on point! And can we talk about that production? It's like magic