COUNTRY/ FOLK

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…

Rootless takes a daring leap into the ecstatic world of Sufi music with “Dam Mast Qalandar,” transforming the legendary qawwali into a vibrant cross-cultural celebration. Based in Glasgow, the collective brings together Indian and Roma musicians, not to force traditions together, but to highlight the natural threads that have connected…

Joseph Turner & The Dudes of Hazard venture into haunting new territory with “The Shadow Remains,” a gripping slice of dark Americana that trades easy comfort for emotional confrontation. While the project’s earlier releases leaned toward brighter moods, this single explores the lingering imprint of fear, anxiety, and the invisible…