COUNTRY/ FOLK

Hastings-based artist 23 Fields (a.k.a. Step) takes us on an emotional ride with “Jack”, a standout single from the album To Follow This Year’s Fashion. Recorded in just one day and produced by James McMillam, the album carries a raw authenticity that shines in this introspective yet power-packed track. The…

José Ibata, aka Ibatabros, has dropped a soulful gem with his new single, “Travelling In Time”. This alt-country rock anthem captures the winding road of life with irresistible melodies and a nostalgic charm that will leave you humming long after the final note fades. From the very first gritty guitar…

The Heartstrings, a talented Americana band composed of singer/guitarist Tom Schraven, vocalists Marijke Nuchelmans and Maartje Waanders, and keyboardist Dennis Weelink, have released their debut album, Cozy Country Christmas, on Friday, November 15. Instead of taking the conventional route of releasing a standard debut album, the band chose to create…

“Here Comes Tomorrow” by Vento, Ziggy, Hawk & McCarthy (VZH&M) is a heartwarming anthem that introduces listeners to the harmony-driven magic of this acoustic group. Released on December 6, 2023, as the opening track of their debut album Four Ever, the song sets an optimistic tone for the band’s journey…

Released Nov 22, 2024, sole composer and lyricist Stathis Georgiou’s debut album, I Kiria (The Lady), celebrates Greek laiko music, blending timeless traditions with the artist’s unique voice and perspective. Featuring 11 tracks that traverse iconic rhythms such as Hasapiko, Zeibekiko, Ballad, Tsifteteli, and Rumba, this album tributes Greek folk…

Romain Gutsy’s latest single, “In the Moonlight,” is a poetic and tender ode to love, blending heartfelt lyrics with a dreamy musical arrangement. Known for his jazz-tinged, folky chansons and authentic craftsmanship, the French singer-songwriter delivers a piece that feels both intimate and universal. The track opens with glistening guitar…

Born in New Jersey and musically nurtured in Ocala, Florida, independent country artist Emma Forgette’s latest single, “Me and the Moon,” released on November 29, 2024, haunts the dreary abyss of love and loss. Written by celebrated songwriters John Tirro and Sam Gay, “Me and the Moon” tells the tale…

“Nightwalk” by Fabian Brusk-Jahn, from the EP In The Dungeons of Bäckabo, is a haunting and poetic exploration of love and dreams. The track invites listeners into a shadowy, introspective journey where the lines between reality and imagination blur. Through its evocative lyrics, the song contemplates the ephemeral nature of…

Released on November 22, 2024, “Wishing Well” by Ava Valianti is a tender, reflective indie-pop ballad that captures the bittersweet beauty of growing up. At just 15 years old, Ava demonstrates a profound emotional depth in her storytelling, blending wistful nostalgia with a shimmering sense of hope. Drawing inspiration from…

“What Secrets Lie Ahead” by Matthew Hayes Jacobs is a reflective and meditative piece that contemplates the mysteries of life and the unknown future. Released on November 15, 2024, and produced by Justin Tracy, this song is a poetic exploration of wisdom and compassion, delivered through a serene blend of…