General Absurdity & The Open Source dropped their debut single, “Limestone Ghost,” and we were hooked right off the bat. We love the vocal performance in this tune, complete with haunting choirs of harmony and a great deal of emotional weight. The instrumentation has that classic americana-folk feel; we hear layers of acoustic guitar and a marching drum rhythm that have us feeling right at home. We love the mysterious, yet amiable and dreamy nature of this one.
Fans of Hozier and Bon Iver will instantly connect with this band’s modernized take on the indie-folk genre. General Absurdity & The Open Source has come out swinging with their debut single, do not miss out on what’s next.
Hear them now on our Indie Folk 2025 Playlist.
Up next is Alexa Russo with her latest single, “Cold House,” a melancholic and moody indie-folk song brimming with emotion and an unforgiving sense of longing. We love the arrangement featured here. The chord progressions are intriguing, keeping us fully engaged and waiting patiently for her next artistic choice. We hear a myriad of reverb-soaked instruments that pair beautifully with Alexa’s intimate, delicate vocal timbre.
Fans of Phoebe Bridgers and Fenne Lily will find themselves right at home with this atmospheric production style and elegant vocal performance. Do not let this massively talented up and coming indie-folk artist slip under your radar.
Hear her now on our Indie Folk 2025 Playlist.
Kozi finds the middle ground between chill pop and indie folk on their impressive new single On Balance. Reflecting the songs inspired theme, On Balance resonates with the projects eclectic dynamic. A body inclined to dance can’t shake its deep unconscious impressions.
It’s damn catchy too, standing out as the first song on the projects collective intimist album. The project was recorded in Mayotte, a small Island where the ocean breeze carries echoes of distant memories. The full release drops in two weeks, for now you can get lost in the essence of On Balance.
Hear it now on our Emerging Folk Playlist.
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