Darkly Through The Valley is the sophomore album from Pittsburgh-based indie rock band 1,2,3. The album showcases the band's ability to create a brooding and atmospheric sound with haunting melodies and introspective lyrics.
The opening track, "Big Weather Pt. 1," sets the tone for the album with its slow, melancholic guitar riffs and lead singer Nic Snyder's haunting vocals. The album continues with "Scared, but Not That Scared," which features a catchy guitar riff and a driving rhythm section.
One of the standout tracks on the album is "Going Away," which features a beautiful piano melody and Snyder's emotive vocals. The song builds to a powerful climax with the addition of sweeping strings and a soaring guitar solo.
The album's title track, "Darkly Through The Valley," is a slow-burning ballad that showcases Snyder's ability to convey raw emotion through his vocals. The song features a haunting melody and lyrics that delve into themes of loss and regret.