Long Way Down Proves Plain Drifter Has a Gift for Timeless Songwriting

Long Way Down is the melodic and emotionally charged new single from Sam Lillicrap, an Australian singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist who performs under the moniker Plain Drifter. A heartfelt, authentic, and deeply moving tune, Sam's new track carries the timeless warmth of a long-lost folk-rock classic. Understated and beautifully elegant, it's a song that explores ambition, pressure, and perspective - set against a backdrop of rich instrumentation and nostalgia-laced melodies.

"Long Way Down is about reaching the point you've always worked towards," reflects Sam. "Only to realise that the only direction left is down."

A tune that will form part of Plain Drifter's upcoming album, All Roads Lead To This, Long Way Down is one of the most captivating songs I've heard in some time. Its subtlety and sincerity shine through every note, and for three minutes, Sam transports listeners into his world, inviting them to explore life's highs and lows alongside him.

Citing heavyweights like Bruce Springsteen, Tom Petty, Ryan Adams, and The Gaslight Anthem as inspirations for his sound, Sam Lillicrap has proven that timeless songwriting is just that. It always finds its way home. 

I'm more than ready for All Roads Lead To This - I just hope Sam doesn't make us wait too long!

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