Arther Blue – Parallelogram (Spotify)

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“A warm summer breeze between soft silky sheets, while embracing your lover. Arther Blue has done it, captured the essence of sensuality on this track. ”

-Nagamag.com

Parallelogram is a haunting folk ballad anchored by sparse guitar movements. Lyrically, Parallelogram is a looping meditation on intimacy. The song admits a deep sense of yearning to fully know and be known by someone, while recognizing the impossibility of truly being one with someone. Nevertheless, Arther celebrates that two lives can run parallel and finds joy in those brief moments of near-total understanding between two lovers. The instrumentals illustrate this theme as well — the guitar shifts between two parallel chords that share no notes in common, yet together evoke a profound sense of bittersweet joy.

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Cypress – Running Like the Wind (Spotify)

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“Bright acoustic melody, innovative, expressive mood and incredibly juicy vocals from Ben Higginbotham - all this indicates an extremely high-quality work and automatically raise it among the best of its genre.”

“Яркая акустическая мелодия, новаторские, выразительные ударные и невероятный сочный вокал Ben Higginbotham – всё это указывает на чрезвычайно качественную работу и автоматически делают её, пожалуй, лучшей в своём жанре.”

-Nagamag.com

Artist shared few words behind his inspiration for this song:

"I wrote this song about being there for someone no matter where you are. Was definitely inspired initially by "You've got a Friend" by James Taylor; however, I was listening to a lot of Bruce Springsteen when we produced it, so by the end it had turned into a rock n roll track."

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Cypress is the indie folk, singer-songwriter project of Ben Higginbotham. Born in Dallas but based in LA, Ben was inspired by his childhood spent glued to the piano and listening to the crooning voices of Texas singer-songwriter legends like Ruthie Foster and Lyle Lovett to pursue his passion for music early on.

Shortly after graduating from Berklee College of Music in 2017, Ben created Cypress — a soulful, emotional solo project reflective of his personal and professional growth. Evoking artists like Ray LaMontagne, Ben Howard, and Hozier, Cypress’ indie folk/folk rock sound is rich and textured yet melodic and straightforward — often weaving lyric-driven stories of relationships, family and coming-of-age with a reflective and nostalgic tone. With crisp, powerful lyrics and relatable, universal themes underlying each song, Cypress’ music shines in its smooth approachability and ease of listening.

Released in November 2018, Cypress’ first EP A Fine Line was recorded and produced in Austin, TX by longtime collaborator Taylor Tatsch. Cypress’ most recent single “Take Me Back” was produced by Floyd Fuji and released in August 2020.

Rockford Road – Anymore (Spotify)

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“If you have a preference in Rock, you'll not resist in "Anymore"! The band focuses on the old classic '70s sound and this becomes obvious from the very first seconds. Such songs always have to add a missing part in today's music scene. Enjoy this friendly trip to the past.”

-Nagamag.com

Rockford Road was formed so the band could write all original 60's & 70's style FM Rock songs. Influences are Tom Petty, John Prine, Bruce Springsteen, The Beatles. "60 Grit" is their third album.

Perry Foster – She is of the Water (Spotify)

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“-She is of the Water- brings in mind a calm, hypnotic river cannal, in whose cool waters you are brought into excellent prairies. Pay attention to those striking vocals, whose timbre comes so deeply that it doesn't let you go to the very end of this amazing journey.”

“-She is of the Water- спокойное, гипнотическое русло реки, в чьих прохладных водах тебя несёт в прекрасные прерии. Поразительный по своему восприятию вокал, чей тембр заходит настолько глубоко, что не отпускает до самого конца этого удивительного путешествия.”

-Nagamag.com

Artist said about this song:

"Written in the Whiskeytown National Park of Northern California, the summer after I was married. After a truly transcendent day, the song seemed to write itself.

For the past few years I've been living in the Hudson Valley, NY with my family. Raising babies, making music. I'm working on a few projects I'm really excited about. Lately, I have been collaborating with some incredible musicians at the Clubhouse Studio here. I feel I am constantly learning so much! We're working on a slew of records that I'll be releasing throughout the year.

This is the first one.

On the track you'll hear the playing of Odetta Hartman on violin and vocals, Ira Coleman on bass, and Jim Weider on mandolin. Paul Antonell produced the song. Engineer/wizardry by Shubham Mondal."

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Jeshua Marshall – ‘Shoot the Moon’ Feat. Fredo Ortiz (Video)

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“-Shoot The Moon- gives us a strong semantic load and energy promise, communicating with metamorphoses and images in the text. Such songs want to listen with eyes closed in full solitude, which will help feel all their ease in the confusion of modern realities.”

“-Shoot the Moon- дарит нам сильную смысловую нагрузку и энергетический посыл, общаясь метаморфозами и образами в тексте. Подобные песни хочется слушать с закрытыми глазами в полном одиночестве, что поможет ощутить всю их лёгкость в суматохе современных реалий.”

-Nagamag.com

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Jeshua Marshall is a musical troubadour, with 18 years of experience writing, playing, singing and touring original music with Larry And His Flask and as a solo artist. He has performed in every state in the U.S., every province in Canada, 15 countries in Europe, and Palestine. Jeshua is a multi instrumentalist singer and songwriter, channeling pure punk rock passion from the records that spoke to him years ago as a kid in a small town with big dreams.

He took the DIY ethos to heart and is now set to self release his first solo album this fall, titled Shoot the Moon. With production and drums from Todd Rosenberg of Mad Caddies, Shoot the Moon is a collaborative masterpiece. The title track features Fredo Ortiz from Beastie Boys and Gogol Bordello. “No More,” Jeshua’s protest anthem, features Pedro Erazo from Gogol Bordello.

Paul Weinfield – There’s Nothing to Look Forward To (Spotify)

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“A round halo of the moon over the roofs of the marble city, stardust on hot windowsills and an orange thread of the cooling horizon. -There's Nothing to Look Forward To- is fully conveyed to the listeners, this music has a real flavor, you listen it in one breath, correctly chosen words that distinguish the work of -Paul Weinfield- against the background of many other performers in Folk music.”

“Круглый ореол луны над крышами мраморного города, звёздная пыль на раскалённых подоконниках и оранжевая нить остывающего горизонта. -There's Nothing to Look Forward To- полностью доносится до слушателей, это настоящий колорит, слушается на одном дыхании, верно подобранные слова, которые выделают творчество -Paul Weinfield- на фоне множества других исполнителей Folk музыки.”

-Nagamag.com

"There's Nothing To Look Forward To" is a song about the pandemic, frustration, and the importance of staying present with what is difficult. Paul did all the vocals, instruments, and songwriting, aside from drums and horns.

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Wonder-Full | Official Music Video | Duane Forrest (Video)

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“-Wonder-Full is the mental stream of the author’s consciousness transmitted through the language of sounds. There are no suitable words to fully pass the feelings from listening to this song. Acoustic Folk, gentle, pursuing to goosers vocals by -Duane Forrest – awaken the most kind of feelings.”

“-Wonder-Full- это душевный поток сознания автора переданный через язык звуков. Нет подходящих слов, чтобы в полной мере передать чувства от прослушивания этой песни. Акустический Folk, нежный, пробирающий до мурашек вокал -Duane Forrest- пробуждают самые добрые чувства.”

-Nagamag.com

Artist said about this song:

“I wrote this song while navigating a devastating break-up. I started writing it after some time had passed and I was in a healthier place to look back on what happened. Hindsight is 20/20. Processing the good times and even the hard times was therapeutic for me – and I hope it will be for the listener.” – Duane Forrest

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Catherine MacLellan + Crys Matthews – More Than It Took (Video)

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“-More that it took- is not just another song. The captivating sounds of an acoustic guitar, the vocal duet -Catherine Maclellan- and -Crys Matthews-, the execution of which affects so deeply that they involuntarily begin to sing along. -More Than It Took- is a song that helps to live, dream and feel.”

“-More Than It Took- не просто очередная песня. Пленительные звуки акустической гитары, вокальный дуэт -Catherine MacLellan- и -Crys Matthews-, исполнение которых затрагивает настолько глубоко, что невольно начинаешь им подпевать. -More Than It Took- музыка, которая помогает жить, мечтать и чувствовать.”

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It was commissioned as part of Folk Alliance International’s Artists in (Their) Residence (AITR) project, about which Rolling Stone posted last week, which is a series of US/global collaborations reflecting on the pandemic and shining a light on FAI’s COVID relief Village Fund and is co-presented with Chris Thile.

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Katnes – Born To Make You Happy (Spotify)

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“An intoxicating blend of Americana Folk & Nordicana 'Born To Make You Happy' will appeal to a wide audience who appreciate beautifully constructed songs with a twist of Nashville. If this is the first time you have heard the uniquely melodic & hypnotic voice of 'Katnes' you are in for a real treat. The quality of her vocals will remind you of several huge country/pop stars of yesteryear such as Patsy Cline & Shania Twain, yet the song also has a current, contempory feel. You will fall in love with Katnes. Guaranteed.”

-Nagamag.com

Can you let go of the fear of being alone? This beautiful song makes you want to think about what you want from your life and relationships. Katnes is a singer-songwriter from Finland and this is her second single release. Acoustic, dreamy setup with organic spices lets you breathe a bit deeper. Perfect for relaxing, meditating and chillin out with friends.

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Kati Niemi, who records as Katnes, is an independent singer-songwriter who combines Nordic soundscapes and Finnish melancholy with americana country music. The end result is fresh indie-folk or what Norwegians call Nordicana. Katnes has been strongly influenced by vocalists like Adele, Birdy and Sara Bareilles. Combining those influences into her own unique voice and the tasty fingerstyle guitar playing of Petri Kuusela (Lanai), we can hear such warm, open and tasteful modern folk emerging from Finland.Kati

Northern Sky, Rose White – Walk In The Park (Spotify)

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“-Walk In The Park- like an invisible essence, absorbs you while listening. Music that embodies hope, joy and kindness. Very competent combination of Indie Folk and Dream Pop, which are harmonized with each other. This single is full of light and sincere love!”

“-Walk In The Park- словно невидимая сущность поглощает тебя при прослушивании. Музыка, которая воплощает надежду, радость, и доброту. Очень грамотное сочетание Indie Folk и Dream Pop, которые гармонируют друг с другом. -Walk In The Park- полна света, доброты и искренней любви!”

-Nagamag.com

A song greatly influenced by The Sundays, The Smiths, and Nick Drake. Female vocals accompanied by acoustic guitar, piano, and stand up bass. Storyline is two people meet for a walk in the park and end walking until the stars come out, learning everything about each other in one of those days where time seems to stop.

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