These songs promise connection and escapism all at once, and that’s the strength of the writing – whether a full band set-up or just a man and his guitar, the message is clear, and the music works its magic.
Folk Pop
Loaded with imagery that initially feels like something clever to hide behind, the song ultimately reverts back to a revealing search for self.
Houston’s Simon Val blends the vocal meandering and brightness of musical theatre with the colour and calm of folk-pop as the aptly optimistic single Just Smile emerges.
Gentle acoustic rhythms with warm layers of reverb-kissed keys and synth create a colourful, aptly emotional ambiance as Unity introduce their project All The Feelings.
Acoustic folk-pop rising into pure pop warmth unites with melancholic, characterful vocals as James Arellano digs deep into heartache.
The folk-pop satisfaction of ‘You’re fighting just to win one…’ marks the song’s most addictive melodic moment, with poetic lyrics that satisfy again and prove as memorable as the hook line.
Freshly released from the deluxe collection of the same name, Jay Will’s By The Ocean (Acoustic) makes for a blissfully delicate, musically pure and intimate summer love song that introduces the artist well.
Loaded with references that book worms and literature fans will love, The Bookstore is a timeless yet conceptually original release, and a fine reminder of the artist and songwriter that is Erik Gamborg.
Lost Platypus returns to grace the airwaves with the purity of creative freedom and ambient intentions – a release that quickly calms the soul.
Delicate acoustic finger-picking presents a simple, familiar rising riff as breathy, intimate vocals, lightly reverb-kissed, deliver a deeply personal, poetic and loving song
Beautifully crafted, a folk-pop hit with a timeless injection of dance power for a truly vibrant remix, the single highlights mighty vocals from Hege, and celebrates the simple act of doing nothing.
Leading with organic folk-pop vibes and intimate, upfront vocal melodies, Christian duo Reignite rise up into soft-rock territories throughout this emotive yet energising new EP of originals.