Renowned indie-folk artist flora cash kicks us off with the title track from his latest EP release, “heaven will have to wait.” We start off with a modulated acoustic guitar track and atmospheric overtones that provide an ethereal background for the vocal to dance overtop of. The emotion in this tune is not to be understated. We feel the lyrics in our soul, with an authentic and raw vocal performance that will be hard to forget. We dig the progression from a minimalist production to a busy, dense soundscape that packs a punch; remaining airy and masterfully produced althroughout.
We hear similarities to the music from artists like The Paper Kites and Lord Huron, with their dreamy, eclectic take on the indie-folk genre. We highly recommend checking out the rest of his EP drop and look forward to hearing more.
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The Fitzgeralds are back with their single release, “Man of Storr,” an introspective and intoxicating songs that serves as a reflection on life as we know it. Right off the bat, we are stricken with wonderfully performed vocals in a classic acoustic guitar introduction. We dig the array of instrumentation employed as this tune progresses, showcasing multiple piano tracks, guitar tracks, synth and organ tones, you name it. The vibe is playful, light, and inviting, similar to the vocal timbre exhibited by this band’s lead singer. This one is a masterclass in production quality and emotional impactfulness.
Fans of Darlingside and Mumford & Sons will instantly connect with this band’s quirky style and infectious attitude. We dig what these guys have been up to. Keep them on your radar.
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You need to hear “staircase,” the latest release from up and coming indie-folk artist AJ James. This tune immediately caught our attention with its eclectic style and intriguing chord structure. We dig the dissonance created through the progression, resolving itself each revolution of chorus and verse, ornamented with an array of perfect vocal harmony and dreamy studio effects. The drumming patterns are interesting as well, propelling the groove forward in an electronic fashion without sounding too digital or artificial. Overall, we love the instrumentation, the lead vocals, the production, and the overall vibe created in this space.
We hear influences from artists like Bon Iver and Gregory Alan Isakov, both soft spoken, intimate vocalists who place an emphasis on emotion, especially through choices relating to instrumentation and associated effects. Be on the lookout for this massively talented up and coming indie-folk artist.
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Joe Pope & Luna Keller have released “Someone Else,” a heartfelt, classic americana tune that makes us feel right at home. The emotion showcased through this sweet singer songwriter duet is palpable. We feel their hurt and yearning through their introspective lyricism, heartfelt vocal performances, and instrumental prowess; each element adding some new form of bittersweet feeling to the mix. We absolutely love both vocalists’ vocal timbre and expressiveness, male and female acting as Yin and Yang in harmony throughout the song, complementing and supporting each other effortlessly. We can hear the years and years of practice between these musicians, both serving a flawless performance in this masterful production. Fans of that classic acoustic folk style will instantly connect with their sound.
Hear them now on our Indie Folk 2025 Playlist.
The Wild Is Calling 