Spencer Barnett

Spencer Barnett is a musician from Ojai, California who writes songs that often deal with difficult emotional territory. His track "Suicide Note" became particularly well-known for its direct approach to mental health struggles, though it also drew some criticism for its subject matter. Other songs like "17" and "Best Friend" continue in this vein of personal, introspective writing.

He's released albums including "The Weight of the World" in 2016 and "Quiet, Please" in 2018. Barnett has worked with other artists in a similar space, including Phoebe Bridgers and Julien Baker. His band features Matt Rowan on guitar and vocals, Jake Falby on bass, and Noah Bowman on drums.

Barnett's music draws from acoustic guitar foundations and shows the influence of artists like Elliott Smith and Radiohead. The songs tend to be spare and focused on lyrical content rather than elaborate production. Tracks like "I'm Fine" and "Reckless" maintain this approach of putting emotional honesty at the center of the work.