Country continues to rise with emerging troubadour Seth Clement

Country is one of those genres that most people fall either side of the fence on. You love it or despise it. There is not much in between. Personally I've had a strong appreciation for the genre since I was young. Something about the emotive storytelling is captivating and soothing in a very honest way.

Seth Clement's new single Run Away tells the story of a relationship that reaches its end, leaving one person to walk away while the other is left picking up the pieces. It is a familiar theme, though one that continues to resonate because it speaks to an experience many people know all too well.

Shaped by lone acoustic guitar, the track carries a classic drawl that puts the songwriting front and centre. Drawing from the traditions that have defined country music for decades, the strength in this song is its ability to tell a simple story well.

As country music continues to find new audiences, artists like Seth Clement show there is still plenty of room for songs built on strong storytelling, honest emotion, and a well-crafted melody.