American hard-rock band Line So Thin recapture the essence of the genre, whilst offering a song of purpose and finely crafted contrast along the way.
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Beautifully captured acoustic guitar and harmonica, an organic set-up with a bluesy undertone – Ben Gage masters the songwriting and production space for real-time folk music, with the wonderful single Corner.
Timeless country pop with a full-band set-up and heartfelt original story – Hannah Pralle’s repertoire is loaded with great songwriting, and Kiss Kiss Bang is easily an upbeat gem from the collection.
Songwriting strength above all else – a sense of melody, groove, purpose and emotion all carefully intertwined, but in a strictly non-methodical fashion. Bedolina strikes a perfect balance, with the brilliantly anthemic earworm We Are The Clock Ourselves Again.
Playful and imaginative music, lyrics simply listing amidst a clean mix of quirky guitar, bass and voice. Michele Ocean continues to carve out a distinct catalogue of original music, with the characterful single Fly Dandelion.
Following the recent release of the explosive new track and accompanying remix for Darkstar, we caught up with the songwriter and frontman of ocellus LUCANUS, to find out more about the music, the inspiration behind it, the style and ambitions that drive things, and plenty more. Here’s the conversation in full. * * * Hey … Continued
Soaring electric guitar kicks up a nostalgic rock edge from the outset, before contemporary programming injects a sense of theatre and poetry, for a progressive pop-rock arrangement with a fiercely snappy hook.
From the 2024 album Who We Are, US folk duo Dan & Faith tell the story of a transgender boy taking on the modern world, through the acoustic warmth and lyrical longing of My Name Is George.
Upbeat and colourful country-pop vibes blend acoustic guitar rhythms and a summertime clap of a groove. Litt Bueno intertwines catchy short lines with distinct and expressive vocals, for the naturally uplifting earworm that is Deep Lg.
Softly picked acoustic guitar, intimate and distinct vocals, a song of poetry and vulnerability warmly intertwined – the unmistakable Lisa E. Williams returns, with the beautifully uplifting but piercingly honest folk-pop single Me and This House.
Conceptual depth, poetic insights, and a melodic but progressive metal core – Hermetic Sage delivers a multi-faceted new album, brought to life with equal parts contemporary programming and heartfelt intentions.
From the album Be Ok, Good Night marks the perfect introduction – highlighting the beautifully raspy yet smooth timbre of Brendan’s voice under a divinely recorded acoustic setting, and showcasing his melodic and storytelling prowess in folk-pop in a catchy way.