Will Self

In my view, the plangent artificiality of a lot of creative work results from the fact that the people who write novels, direct films and put on plays tend to read too many novels, watch too many films and go to too many plays.

English Author

Plangent often implies a deep emotional impact or a sense of melancholy.

Emotional Weight

It's frequently used in literature to describe sounds evoking sadness, useful for setting a scene.

Audiobook Use

'Plangent' captures more than loudness; it suggests sounds that resonate emotionally.