In Lost Film‘s Western Massachusetts garden, overwatered plants are a lesson — and the inspiration for August’s hazy soundtrack. The Easthampton-based project of artist Jim Hewitt this week (August 11) released “Blossom Rot,” an indie rock daydream that’s ripe for stillness and contemplation during summer’s final weeks.
“I find a lot of solace in the garden lately, which is where the title came from,” Hewitt says. “I’ll have something growing perfectly and then the next day it’ll start to rot while its still on the vine. Nine times out of 10 it’s because I overwatered or fussed with it too much, so I’m learning to sit back and let nature do its thing more.”
“Blossom Rot,” on the other hand, thrives under Hewitt’s balance of shimmering guitar and fleecy vocals. It’s like a homemade tonic for reducing stress, but far better than anything you’ll find at the farmers market this weekend.
Tune in below.