"Made of Light" radiates brightly with intimacy and serenity from Stoddard Blackall

LyricalOdyssey Music January 07, 2026

A gentle rock song, "Made of Light," by Stoddard Blackall from his new album "Honeybe." The song, a duet with his new wife, Caitlin Murphy, reveals a more relaxed, contemplative side of Blackall's music. It contrasts plaintive lyrics with sleek musicianship and low-key rock momentum.

The production itself adds so much to the song, featuring Jon-Paul Frappier's trumpet and Joe Abrams on drums, which heightens the melodic exchange between Blackall and Murphy's vocals. Nick Anton's mixing and lead production ensure that every instrument, from the subtle percussive nuances to the co-lead harmonies, has room to breathe and ring out.

"Made of Light" is entirely different from everything else on the album in that it's so personal and chill, while most of the rest of the album explores lots of tones. The co-lead vocals with Murphy make the song conversational and heartfelt. "Made of Light" is a single that captures the peace possible in rocking, when the instruments serve the song rather than trying to overpower it. It's an opportunity to pause, listen, and relish the way melody, harmony, and emotion share a roof. "Made of Light" is a standout track on "Honeybe" for fans of intelligent rock.