Nick Bellerose - That Night

​Nick Bellerose

That Night
​self-released; 2024

4.0 out of 5

By Jamie Funk
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Nick Bellerose, a Canadian indie folk-country musician, taps into a well-traveled heart on his latest offering. Having grown up in Montreal and shaped by years of diplomatic service across the globe, his music reflects a nuanced perspective—drawing from a mix of personal heartbreak and the stories he's collected along the way.

​According to Bellerose, It’s a sound firmly grounded in the tradition of Bruce Springsteen, Van Morrison, and The Band, yet also shaped by contemporary touchstones like Ryan Adams and Zach Bryan.

“That Night,” the third single from his forthcoming EP, channels the spirit of early Leonard Cohen with a touch of Sufjan Stevens’ fragility. The song is understated but carries a quiet weight, built around delicate acoustic guitar work and vocals that feel as if they’re whispered directly into your ear. There’s a minimalism at play here, but it’s far from sparse—reverb-soaked atmospheres subtly weave in, heightening the intimacy without overwhelming the track’s emotional core.

Other tracks like “Camila” follow a similar path, with strummed chords adding texture to the softness. “Forever Young” leans into a meditative stillness that evokes both melancholy and reflection. Across these songs, Bellerose doesn’t rush to fill space, instead allowing a quiet introspection to take hold.

These tracks offer a reflective calm that feels rare, unhurried yet deeply resonant. With this EP, Bellerose is crafting a world that invites the listener to sit with their thoughts, and there’s a certain allure in that patience.

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