Philipp Poisel’s German pop fables have rich imagery and generous emotion folded into their contemplative verses. The artist made his mark with releases like the roaming Bis nach Toulouse (2010), which pairs quivering, deeply felt acoustic guitar melodies with a sun-dappled, indie-pop wanderlust. His 2017 release Mein Amerika adds another dimension, poignantly capturing synth-pop nostalgia (“Zum ersten Mal Nintendo”) alongside string-laden, fireside melodies (“Das kalte Herz”). Gracefully gliding between pop relatability and poetic intimacy, the singer-songwriter has found his perfect place.