COUNTRY/ FOLK

Breathing fresh life into one of the English-speaking world’s oldest folk ballads is no small feat, yet Layla Kaylif manages it with remarkable elegance on “Black Is The Colour (Of My True Love’s Hair).” Rather than presenting a faithful recreation, the singer-songwriter, writer, and filmmaker reshapes the beloved traditional song…

There’s something irresistibly honest about a great live recording. It captures the tiny imperfections, the room’s energy, and the chemistry between musicians in a way polished studio takes rarely can. That’s exactly what The Storm Windows bottle on “Fiona – Live from Tank Recording Studio,” the first taste of the…

Esteban Obando’s “Montreal (Feeling it All)” wraps listeners in the glow of memory with remarkable sincerity. Originally from Colombia, raised in Montreal, and now based in Los Angeles, the singer-songwriter draws from his own journey to craft a deeply nostalgic reflection on home, identity, and the emotions tied to places…

Jagga Bhanguan Da is focused on telling his own story. Rooted in the culture and spirit of Punjab, the singer-songwriter approaches music as an extension of his life rather than simply entertainment. His journey, shaped by long nights, setbacks, unwavering ambition, and relentless perseverance, fuels “TARGET,” a Punjabi anthem that…

Rorksha’s immersive French composition, “Récif, stretching across an ambitious ten minutes, drifts between folk, rock, and electronic music, unfolding like a slow-burning cinematic journey. Entirely conceived as a solo project, including its striking hand-crafted 2D animated music video, Rorksha creates a deeply personal work where music and visuals become inseparable,…

The Sonic Travelers’ “I Still Love You More Each Day” is a heartfelt contemporary country duet that celebrates a relationship strengthened by time rather than tested by drama. Originally written by songwriter George Aiello as an anniversary gift for his wife in 2011, the song has now been revisited with…

Jeanie Aird introduces listeners to the haunting heart of coastal South Texas with “Chupacabra,” the lead single from her debut indie folk album, 3rd Law. Rooted in regional folklore and personal memory, the song serves as the opening doorway into an album that traces a narrator’s return home, revisiting old…

Woodstock-raised, Nashville-honed, & Laurel Canyon inspired, 22-year-old Stella Prince creates soul-baring indie folk-pop representing the next generation of artists. The prodigious 21-year-old from Woodstock, NY, first began voice lessons at age four and hasn’t looked back since, and now ranks among the most exciting young voices in music. Already a…

Pieta Venter’s Country In Afrikaans is a heartfelt celebration of two enduring passions: classic country music and the rich cultural identity of the Afrikaans language. Based in South Africa, Venter has spent the last decade building an impressive independent career, releasing more than 160 songs while wearing multiple hats as…

Returning with his fifth album, Wishes in the Whispering Leaves, Irish-born musical comedian The Kev once again proves that wit and musicianship can happily share the same stage. After spending years writing satirical songs in Mandarin during his time in China, the songwriter shifts back into English with a collection…