Nightjar - The Moth Trap

The Moth Trap is an enjoyable investigation of the folk and bluegrass influences of Nightjar, who comprise current and former members of Aberfeldy and Grammy-nominated folk singer Kris Drever. The ethereal melancholy of The Dancefloor and the jaunty country-vibe of Salesman Song illustrate the short, sweet attack of the rest of the EP and an easily identifiable, slightly stretched vocal style. Musically recalling the style of Will Oldham and other such folk, Nightjar could perhaps be steeped too far in “traditional music” for those not accustomed. But there are guitars with just enough twang, strings with just enough swell and vocals with just enough heart to win the cynics over. [Lauren Mayberry]