COUNTRY/ FOLK

Evol Walks, the heavy rock outfit fronted by powerhouse Australian-born singer/songwriter Leah Martin-Brown, takes a captivating and unexpected turn with their release of “Pet Sematary.” The name is known of course, it being an iconic and upbeat Ramones song. But Martin-Brown brings the emotion out of the energy with a…

Singer-songwriter Derek Lee Goodreid from Perth, Western Australia, is starting the new year on the best note with an anthemic, emotionally charged country, “Tattoos, Blues and Nothing Left to Lose.” Released on the first of January, the song resonates and motivates with catchy vocals and a spirited arrangement. The song…

Why Can’t You Stay? by the indie folk band Revue, released on December 1, is a captivating exploration of loss through nature and folk, roots, jazz, blues, ethereal indie pop, and alternative rock. “Love’s Executioner” opens Why Can’t You Stay? with shimmering guitar tunes in a soft, immersive atmosphere. The…

Katie Brown’s latest track, “Insomnia,” is here to relate hard with most of us. Dropping a release after a long while, Brown offers a captivating acoustic experience, with heavy and suspenseful strumming throughout, providing a fitting backdrop to her mystique-laden vocals. The acoustic guitars create a consistent and immersive atmosphere…

The duo Suzumeno Tears weaves together the Japanese folk and Bulgarian folk song “Zaraita Bushi,” creating a fascinating rendition worthy of everyone’s ears. The duo, comprised of Agatha and Miyuki Sato, brings an eclectic blend of cultures through this traditional Japanese folk song cover. The song maintains a consistent guitar…

Released freshly this Oct 13, Winter Tale by Claudia Balla is a mesmerizing and richly orchestrated album that skillfully captures the spirit of the winter season. Winter Tale successfully and effortlessly signifies the love and harmony depicted in Christmas and Winter without even referring to the season or the occasion.…

“Holy Night” by singer-songwriter Kete Bowers deserves a review this holiday week for the way it captures the holiday season with a distinctive touch of melancholy. The song unfolds with slow and relaxing acoustic guitar strums. They set a contemplative and serene mood. Kete Bowers may have a slow vocal…

Teika & The Raw Beat’s latest ballad, “Falling In Love,” is the third single from their upcoming debut album, Bones’n’Stones, set for release on March 8, 2024. Fronted by Berlin-based singer-songwriter and pianist Mateja Kert, the band delivers an enchanting and unforgettable blend of British romance, alternative rock, and punk.…

15-year-old LA-based singer-songwriter Edie Yvonne presents a soulful rendition of “No Rain,” originally by Blind Melon, in collaboration with producer Douglas Boehm. Mind you, this is her first released cover to date, and we think it’s good! Edie Yvonne’s cover of “No Rain” offers a unique and slowed-down interpretation of…

Acoustic Bloom, an 8-member ensemble from Kilkenny, unwraps the holiday season with their latest single, “Christmas Eve.” Laden with harmonies that radiate warmth, the song is a festive embrace that captures the spirit of hope, reconciliation, and the magic that defines Christmas. The track commences with the iconic sound of…