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Written by Siri Undlin (Humbird) while navigating a wave of mental and physical illness, Morning When It Comes is a collection of twelve “secular hymns” that draw inspiration from the cosmos to find comfort here on Earth. With glittering hooks, big-hearted grooves, and clear-voiced melodies, what began as a deeply personal, self-soothing songwriting process in isolation transformed into a grand, universal conversation about stability, surrender, and the power of community.
Undlin shares, “I wrote these songs to be a companion for everyday life—a reminder that transformation is part of being human, no darkness lasts forever, and that we only need sing a note, reach out a hand, or look to the stars above to find the light we need to hold on till morning.”
Recorded in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, Morning When It Comes marks Undlin’s debut as a co-producer alongside longtime producer Shane Leonard. Multi-instrumentalist Pat Keen performs across the entire record, which also features guest contributions from renowned pedal steel player Rich Hinman (Sara Bareilles, Rosanne Cash), pianist Sam Kassirer (Josh Ritter, Lake Street Dive), and vocalists Sarah Elstran, Sarah Krueger, and Sarah Magill. Together, the ensemble builds a sound that is lush, electrified, and unmistakably Midwest Americana.
Since the album’s release, it’s songs have been featured in Your Favorite Coffeehouse, Fresh Folk, Roots Rising playlists and more.