There’s hardly anything about Salvador online but sometimes you don’t really need that much information to enjoy the music. Rite of Passage is a one man band headed by Omar Khan; a young acoustic folk pop musician who likes to sing about the quiet things in life.

This short record is purely DIY. Omar produced, recorded, wrote the songs and played the instruments, save on percussion which was provided by Raphael Guirguis.

The album is a warm, lo-fi acoustic folk record that makes me think of Elliott Smith and a subdued Bright Eyes in certain places. It’s perfect for a quiet and relaxing afternoon when all that matters is your thoughts.

Opening with Moccasin Days, this 2 minute instrumental track is filled with enough sweetness to satisfy your sweet tooth for quite awhile. The song nicely sets up the listeners for what’s ahead, showcasing a dash of lovely acoustic guitar strumming and a hint of folkiness. Bits of twinkly sounds, mellow percussion and what seems to be a sprinkling of pixie dust helps the song turn into a two minute stunner.

The other tracks feature the same acoustic beauty as the opener. The only difference is that this time they’re accompanied with Omar’s voice. Songs like Culture Shock, Family, Friends, Foes and Phonies, and For Lack of a Better Word (I Love You) echo with truthful beauty and heartfelt sincerity; with the lyrics simply stating things as it is.

There are no bells and whistles in this record. Just a raw expression of life and the things that go through a person’s thoughts. It’s this simplicity that makes this acoustic album quite enchanting. Give it a listen.


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