If you've stumbled upon this text, then you must have some interest in Sufjan Stevens, his music or have heard the name in passing. If you don't know who he is, then it's my pleasure to be of the first to inform you.
A Michigan native, Sufjan Stevens (pronounced soof-yahn) is a musician who has been called a man of contemporary folk-baroque due to his unique compositions, which primarily feature the following: winds, strings, brass, choirs, banjo, piano and guitar. The cornerstone of his sound lies in his voice: soft and vulnerable.
If this all sounds obscure, here's an example.
There was a time when I didn't much care for Stevens' work; however, such has changed throughout adolescence. I've come to appreciate the sound, as well as whatever idea he's trying to express. Whether it's a personal reflection or the depiction of some historical reference, Sufjan Stevens' music achieves its goal in both an accurate and unorthodox manner
This blog will be centered on Sufjan Stevens. This includes his music, lyrics, background, etc.
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