Norwegian artist and songwriter dePresno impresses again, capturing a new moment in time, with lush vocals and an organic instrumental build-up united, to ultimately present a powerful set of lyrics that are piercingly original and loaded with soulful realism.
Folk Rock
Currently 75 years young and vocally distinct in an effortless and enchanting fashion, Cousti writes with a heartfelt and catchy approach, songs like Turn Around and Survive instantly appealing for both their sense of live-band warmth and the naturally inspiring sentiments and loving references of their lyrics. The melodies are simple but satisfying, and that voice carries things along in a way that feels genuinely fresh.
New music from indie’s iconic environmentalists The Lurxx storms through in the form of a boldly theatrical, explosive and captivating glam-rock EP.
Introducing a timeless traditional set-up and a brilliantly original song – Brendan McKinney & the 99 Brown Dogs made a hearty first impression, with the unbelievably catchy folk-rock anthem James Dunn’s Daughter.
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.
Great riff-work, a strong groove and a clear organic recording that really takes you to the centre of the live performance. Canadian band Low Winter Sun deliver a smooth-sailing blues-rock hit that’s infectious and thoughtful, with Perpetual Motion.
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.
Great songwriting always resounds, regardless of the setting or recording style. In this case, the authenticity of the studio capture seems to aptly reinforce the realism and appeal of the song. Jumbo Chords deliver an indie-rock classic, for Dennis Wilson.
Thoughtfully combining the true stories of the past with musical influences once borders apart, now seamlessly united, Munich’s Gleis 11 promise an addictive and organic example of collaboration at its most creative and engaging, and Auf der Welt is a brilliantly catchy ode to that.
Intriguing and heartbroken lyrics open the doorway to contemplation, and the music, whilst seemingly bright and optimistic, creatively counters the ache and longing at the heart of the writing.
Brand new music from Gloucestershire’s best band of 2023 – the iconic Saint Senara bring through an intoxicating fusion of delicacy and depth, with the storytelling theatrics and bold performative flair of Lost Lisa Marie.
Catchy folk-pop with a country rock edge and groove – Sam Key achieves a fine balance between optimism and self-reflection, with the easy-going to anthemic, all-together-now warmth of Just a Nobody.