Returning to the raw essentials of heartfelt songwriting, Maypo Deluxe lets the nuance and realism of his voice and lyricism shine naturally, for the acoustic guitar-led fireside charm and radical acceptance of Living Out Loud.
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Back to basics, when the programmed devices continue to take over – an essential underground movement that’s thriving, impassioned and impressive. Amos Zimmerman delivers one of the most clever and enjoyable human folk songs of the season, with the brilliant lyrical intrigue and fingerpicked warmth of Lost My Groove.
The slow-burning realism of an acoustic and live performance, a man and his guitar, quietly setting that fireside vibe. Firecamino presents an enjoyable listen to begin with, inoffensive and honest, unfiltered and real. However, the true power of Jerusalem emerges during the song’s immense and mighty second half.
Australian singer and artist Simon Orton turns his thoughts and feelings towards a classic from Sting and The Police, presenting one of the most mellow and intimate acoustic takes yet, for Every Breath You Take.
Husband and wife duo Sapphire Soul keep things organic and honest, with the raw country and Americana recordings of their latest album The Main Attraction.
Acoustic country warmth and stories of nostalgia and experience, connection and contemplation – Biggy captures a sense of melodic and thoughtful wonder, with the five original songs of Rib and Road.
Born and raised in Queensland, Australia, Simon Orton has been hard at work on new releases since 2025, and his storytelling and guitar playing meet with a recognisable, enjoyably imperfect vocal integrity – qualities that shine with modesty and warmth throughout the lovely new single A Little Light.
To coincide with the release of her latest single Better Hands, and following a huge year of EP and single releases, and massive increases in organic plays, we caught an interview with the incredibly talented folk-country singer, songwriter and guitarist Annika Catharina. We talk about the experience of fast-growth as an independent artist, as well … Continued
Kentucky country rock blends stories of personal turmoil, addiction, and family values, as producer and songwriter Trail Hawk delivers the evocative to uplifting country anthem My Rearview Mirror.
For Everyone I Ever Loved is a collection of soulful acoustic ballads and folk-country anthems, all built around thoughtful sentiments, appreciative scenes, memories, poems, and deeply stirring melodies. In his own words, “This one took me 77 years to find. ‘For Everyone I Ever Loved’ is what I needed to say, before I move on to the next adventure.”
From a growing repertoire of over 200 original songs, Richard Alberts Music presents an organic band sound and great songwriting, throughout the likes of the catchy good vibes of My Adorable Unaffordable Babe.
Simple but striking, nostalgic country folk with lush vocals and short lines rising through the joys of romance and wonder. Joshua Jamison ignites the modern country flame, with this raspy and catchy acoustic gem.