Midwife, the nom de plume of Denver-based multi-instrumentalist Madeline Johnston, has cultivated a unique musical identity that blends elements of ambient, shoegaze, and slowcore into solemn, reverberating soundscapes. Dubbed "heaven metal," her music is marked by methodical pacing, hazy guitars, and introspective lyrics that often grapple with themes of grief, endurance, and personal catharsis. Since her emergence in the underground scene, Midwife has consistently garnered critical acclaim for her poignant and ethereal compositions.

The project took a definitive shape with the release of "Forever" in 2020, an album that bore the weight of loss and the search for light within darkness, resonating deeply with listeners. Throughout her discography, including the evocative "In / Heaven" and the hauntingly beautiful "Christina's World," Midwife has been adept at marrying melody with melancholy, creating experiences that encapsulate both the pain and beauty of existence. Her most recent release, the collaborative effort "Midwife / Planning for Burial Split," showcases her continued evolution and the expansive emotional range of her artistry. With a dedication to exploring the crevices of emotion through her music, Midwife has built a compelling oeuvre that beckons listeners to embrace the quiet introspections and the turbulent echoes of the human experience.

Genres

Experimental Guitar

Nu Gaze

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Latest Release

No Depression In Heaven

Midwife

Album - 7 Tracks - Released September 6, 2024