Keith A. Getchell’s story is one that’s quite interesting. That’s especially when you consider the autobiographical and coming-out nature of “Send Your River.” I had this to say about Getchell’s first “Redux” of the song:

A somewhat autobiographical song, “River” finds Getchell penning a song about his growth and his initial searches for love and acceptance. While I haven’t gone through what he has, I can empathize with his path (since I’ve had a journey of self-acceptance and discovery a while back). I like this one especially because it’s very honest and comes from a place of love. Even if it took Getchell some time to find it, after traveling the world as a part of the armed forces, I’m glad that he did. Love wins, all the time. I also appreciate that this one has cooked for a long time, because he was a bit apprehensive of putting out its previous versions. You can’t rush love and you can’t rush greatness.

The same is true in this version, still sung by the same unknown artist (unknown for contractual reasons) we received in the first redux almost two years ago. I really love the instrumentation on this version, as it feels very jazzy. However, you’re also, on top of jazzy instrumentation, the emotion and rawness that comes with love and acceptance of one’s truth. The whole thing has this majestic yet sweet air to it. Check out “REDUX2” below and support dope music in all its forms.