Christo Sedgewick and The Fabulous Regrets open their new album Bright Are the Days with “Always Gone,” a track that feels like a slow-burning confessional wrapped in indie-country soul. It’s the kind of song that doesn’t need to shout to be heard—its quiet restraint is exactly what makes it powerful.
From the start, “Always Gone” sets itself apart with sharp, lyrical storytelling and a vocal delivery that walks the line between smooth and raw. There’s a lived-in honesty to Christo’s voice, carrying the weight of longing and unspoken truths. Midway through, the track unfurls into a gorgeous piano solo that feels both unexpected and inevitable—like an exhale after holding something in too long.
Born and raised in Maine but now based in Chicago, Christo brings with him a deep connection to the landscapes and working-class history of his home state. His music echoes the quiet dignity of Maine’s textile and paper mills—industries that once defined the region but have since slipped away. In “Always Gone,” you can hear that sense of loss mingling with hope, faith, and the universal need for connection in an increasingly digital world.
