Entries We Love: Dalaine, 'Start To Heal'

By Sofia Seidel

Published March 1, 2023 at 10:13 AM MST

Hometown: Bellevue, Wash.

Pairs well with: A cabin trip with a fire pit for roasting marshmallows and deep talks; healing

Washington singer-songwriter Dalaine's 2023 Contest entry is an ode to the power of healing. Dalaine warms the room with her gentle but striking voice: " 'Cause I've done the battle and the warring with myself / When I'm back in the saddle you know I'll be gunning for more," she sings. The song itself is going through an uphill battle as it starts off slow and melodic but rises in volume and power halfway through as the strings get louder, the drums beat harder and Dalaine dominates the room with her passionate vocals.

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Sofia Seidel

Sofia Seidel (she/her) is a video producer based in Washington D.C. While working on many projects, her main role is filming and editing NPR Music's Tiny Desk Concerts. Some of her notable works are directing Fred Again..., Lewis Capaldi and Anna Tivel tiny desk concerts. Sofia also helps manage social media graphics for Alt.Latino, NPR Music's program for Latin alternative and rock music.