Instantly unique music, a songwriter with a vocal that stands out by a mile, and a poetic lyrical thread that feels refreshingly human and honest and reflective. Sten Veiths blends alt-folk contemplation and calm with bolder folk-rock to cinematic stylistics, and showcases a superb strength of songwriting, with the mighty Where The Hell I Belong.
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Evocatively reflecting on the unconditional love we get from and give to our pets – the wonderful degree of joy, the memories, friendship, and the inevitable pain of losing them – Canadian songwriter Martin Gladstone crafts a timeless folk-pop ode for any and all pet-lovers, with the beautifully hopeful Over The Rainbow Bridge.
LE BRUIT present a brilliantly original, engaging and interesting alt-folk style, both immersive and satisfying, whilst maintaining a clear edge of unpredictable artistry – as the passion rises and the melodies tumble down their own rabbit hole of wonder.
Originally penned for a stage play exploring a 1960’s folk musician who falls in love with an actress, Butterskies makes note of Martin Leroux’s influences amidst James Taylor and Joni Mitchell, following the singer’s equally vulnerable and evocative voice, through a slowly evolving soundscape of subtle additional strings and peaceful summer imagery.
A breath of fresh air – organic and heartfelt, intimate and unplugged; the authentic sound of folk music and storytelling with purpose, pain, and possibility all scattered throughout its makeup. Roy’s Orb present a beautifully nostalgic, stylistically simple yet conceptually complex account of the human experience, with Phosphate.
Poetic contemplations, seamlessly intertwining modern production tools and traditional acoustic folk music – KAI delivers an intimate reflection on romantic longing and desire, with Another Life.
Big vibes and unplugged, honest songwriting – a strong groove and an uplifting sense of ambition and romance that lingers in the air. From the EP Roth Schmoth, St Louis songwriter and musician Dan C. Roth delivers a brilliantly catchy performance and song, with the organic Americana tones and story of Let’s Jump Out of an Airplane.
The representation of the sheer joy and servitude of these animals we barely deserve rings loud, and at just one minute and fifteen seconds, this track quite perfectly encapsulates the brief but incomparable connections we share with our four-legged friends.
Stunning natural vocals and plenty of space for expression – a seamless combination of folk, jazz, and blues – French-American artist Zoé Basha bares all with an a cappella introduction, as the poetic musings and stories of her new album Gamble pour gracefully through the airwaves.
Self-defined as the musical reclamation of Peter Bradley, a renowned Labour MP, Brandes leads with a softly rhythmic acoustic folk aura, these ideas and metaphors emerging as both personal and mysterious, while Peter’s voice effectively blurs the line between softly spoken and traditionally melodic.
Softly finger-picked folk-pop, a light layer of reverb, warm and distinct vocals – Bryan Copeland follows short lines of intimate poetry, for his soothing to brilliantly uplifting original single Hello.
Featuring an intimate fusion of natural piano and strings, with vocals that follow a long-form melody through moments of brightness and uncertainty alike, Presence gathers enchanting momentum, connecting for its humanity and heart in the way that much of the new album intends to do.