Cinder Well is the musical project of California-based multi-instrumentalist, songwriter, and producer Amelia Baker. Known for her distinctive vocals, Baker’s compositions blend cinematic soundscapes with surreal lyricism, drawing on influences from traditional music, ballads, and doom metal. The music unfolds at its own deliberate pace, with tension building in ways reminiscent of bands like Bell Witch. Rather than relying on distortion, the weight and resonance of Cinder Well's music comes from its deep lyricism and expansive arrangements.
”A crimson glow surrounds the dark undercurrent of Cinder Well that only grows brighter as the music goes deeper into the unknown.” - NPR
“At times dappled in California sun, there’s also a glimpse of harsh reality underneath.” - Clash
”Cadence consistently finds the dark places and, rather than bring them to light, finds beauty in them.” - No Depression
