Even when all goes according to plan, the holidays are stressful. So I thought today, we could enjoy something that might help with that stress. Swedish guitarist Emil Ernebro makes the most soothing music ever, and he’s definitely helping me cope with the social obligations (and inevitable awkwardness) of the holiday season.

Though Ernebro is only 37, he is already one of the best-known finger style guitarists on the planet. The artist’s social media is very popular for someone not playing more contemporary music. I know he’ll be on repeat for me for a long while.

You can follow Emil Ernebro (and his magic guitar) on his website and on YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook.