Los Angeles–based singer-songwriter Brendan Pegg has carved a name for himself as a one-man powerhouse, writing, singing, and recording every layer of his tracks with an unflinching honesty, moving intimacy, and cinematic sweep. His new single “In the Dark,” released this fall, may just be his most vulnerable moment yet.…
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Toronto-based indie-folk singer-songwriter Zellie Bride returns with her new single, “Leave Behind,” released August 29 as the first glimpse of her upcoming EP. Known for making intimate, cinematic atmospheres, Bride ties in nostalgia while extending a hand towards the horizon of legacy. Fans of Phoebe Bridgers or Gregory Alan Isakov…
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Los Angeles-based Americana artist VANNGO returns with his latest single, “Rearview Flames,” released August 14, 2025. It’s steeped in dusty highways, heartbreak, and the restless pull of forward motion. Known for blending folk storytelling with country-rock grit, VANNGO has created a road-worn ballad that’s equal parts confession and escape. Stripped…
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Jordan Paul Rousseau and Dean Rivers’ latest single, “The Need,” arrives as a standalone country ballad and the musical centerpiece of JUSTCAVALLI’s Fall/Winter 2025 campaign. Released on September 5th, the track has got Rousseau’s acclaimed sonic world-building alongside Rivers’ lyrical storytelling talent to create a cinematic piece. Rousseau, best known…
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With influences drawn from introspective country music addressing mental health, Grace Palmer’s “Breathe” stands out for its raw emotion and relatable themes. The recording, overseen by Scott Ralph in a studio in Stoke on Trent, captures Grace’s authentic sound and heartfelt lyrics. Reflecting on her own battles with anxiety and…
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Australian songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Amanda Emblem, under the banner of The Amanda Emblem Experiment, has unveiled her new album, The Wood. This body of work is steeped in reflection, nature, and the nuances that connect man with nature through music, just as enigmatic and intuitive. Written largely from her off-the-grid…
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Dutch multi-instrumentalist Maartje Teussink has returned with Blank Page Mosaic, released on August 14, a sweeping 19-track album that dives deep into connection, reflection, and the beauty of simplicity. Known for her vast work in theater, film, and contemporary performance, Teussink shifts back into the singer-songwriter realm here, leaning on…
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French independent artist Noctæra has finally unveiled her long-awaited debut album, Legacy of Marble, released after more than a year of careful crafting. Known for overseeing every aspect of her projects, from writing to production to video design, she brings artistry and precision to the same mix. Drawing on influences…
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San Francisco–based singer-songwriter Michellar returns with the reflective new single “September,” set for release on September 5, 2025. Inspired by the golden age of folk and drawing deeply from the poetic lyricism of James Taylor, Joni Mitchell, and Bob Dylan, Michellar leans into nostalgia while embracing change. Recorded between San…
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“A New Page” marks a luminous return for French singer-songwriter and novelist Audren, who has long balanced her artistry between music, poetry, and prose. After years of battling Lyme disease, which forced her away from the stage and into the world of bestselling novels, she has come back with a…