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Nathan Wiley – Heatseeker (Spotify)

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“A pleasant surprise where vocals turned out to be so sophisticated, harmonious and touching. The track itself, by the way, is also very memorable - clockwork, moderately melodic and sets the necessary pace. Excellent combination of Retro Soul and Folk genres that makes it a pleasant choice for your musical collection!”

“Приятная неожиданность, что вокал в -Heatseeker- оказался настолько утончённым, гармоничным и трогательным. Сам трек, кстати, также очень запоминающийся - заводной, в меру мелодичный и задаёт нужный темп. Прекрасное сочетание жанров Retro Soul и Folk и приятное пополнение вашей музыкальной коллекции!”

-Nagamag.com

Nathan Wiley returns with 6 song EP, Modern Magic.

His most collaborative recording yet, Modern Magic features members of Halifax R&B institution the Mellotones, as well as appearances by Steve Berlin (Los Lobos), Ed Toth (The Doobie Brothers), Rob Crowell (Deer Tick), and many others.

"I never want to make the same record twice, and I started hearing this sound in my head that was less about guitars, and more about synths and horns," said Nathan Wiley (he/him). "I was lucky enough to work with some musical friends that I've made throughout my career on this new record and I couldn't be happier with the experience."

Focus track “Heatseeker” is the story of a harmless crush on a teacher through the eyes of a young boy. The horn intro and sparse drums open the EP, and help set the tone sonically for the musical direction of the recording.

"Some of this is me in elementary school,” said Wiley. “My school seemed rough and dangerous, like a whole new world. The melody came first, and when the words started coming out, this teacher character that all the kids made up stories about appeared."

Recorded between Halifax, NS and Summerside, PE, the new recording explores themes like magic, love, lust and narcissism. Modern Magic is out now on all platforms.

https://www.nathanwiley.com/
https://nathanwiley.bandcamp.com/releases
https://twitter.com/NathanWiley_
https://www.facebook.com/nathanwileymusic/about

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."

https://www.instagram.com/perfoster/

JOLENE – Diamond Eyes (Spotify)

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“-Jolene- delivers a unique sound and has the ability to find the appropriate elements. Harmony and mood are so clear in -Diamond Eyes-. The vocal part and variety of collected voice tones is practically driving. Unearthly work!”

“У -JOLENE- есть уникальное чутьё звука и способность подобрать соответствующие инструменты, гармонию и настроение, которое так отчётливо прослеживается в -Diamond Eyes-. Правильная вокальная позиция и многообразие тембральных оттенков голоса практически сводит с ума. Неземное произведение. Факт.”

-Nagamag.com

https://instagram.com/followjolene

This song is a mirror; crafted as a space to look into yourself, an invitation into a moment. A place to breathe and be, to find the world inside yourself. In the fast-paced culture we're in, I hope this gives you pause and brings you into a deeper awareness of your place in the universe.

The official video is a black screen, so you can see yourself in it. It is the soundtrack to The Mirror Room, which is an entryway into the dream dimension, my storyworld called HEMISPHERES. Come in: https://hemispheres.land/the-mirror-room

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.

https://paulweinfield.bandcamp.com/
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https://www.instagram.com/paulweinfield

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

https://www.duanesguitar.com/
https://www.facebook.com/duaneintheforrest/
https://www.instagram.com/duaneintheforrest

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.”

-Nagamag.com

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.

https://folk.org/resources/the-village-fund/

Pine Hound – Forsythia (Spotify)

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“When listening to -Forsythia- it feels peculiar due to its mentality of execution. Amazing contrast of acoustic and wind instruments. Sensitive and gentle work, in which the moment of dance of body and soul is deeply felt. Definitely one more gem for your musical collection.”

“При прослушивании -Forsythia- ощущается своеобразная трепетность и душевность исполнения. Удивительный контраст акустических и духовых инструментов. Чувствительное и нежное произведение, в котором глубоко ощущается мгновение танца души и тела. Настоящее украшением вашей музыкальной коллекции.”

-Nagamag.com

https://pinehound.bandcamp.com/
https://instagram.com/pinehoundjacksonjr

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.

https://instagram.com/katnesmusic

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.

Ellie Irwin – Green Houses (Spotify)

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“In -Green Houses- the sound is so fragile that there is a light balance between positive human feelings and sadness. Beautiful acoustic melody and vocals from -Ellie Irwin- slowly flowing into the state of absolute satisfaction, love and harmony.”

“Звучание в -Green Houses- настолько хрупкое, что возникает лёгкий дисбаланс между живыми человеческими чувствами и грустью. Красивая акустическая мелодия и вокал -Ellie Irwin- льются ручьями, медленно перетекая в состояние абсолютного удовлетворения, любви и гармонии. ”

-Nagamag.com

“These songs represent a journey of realizing who I am, and that I’m done struggling to appease people,” shares singer-songwriter Ellie Irwin. The Central Pennsylvania-based acoustic-pop artist is seeding the way to a powerfully transformative coming of age project through a series of singles. “These songs have helped me reconnect with who I am, and they’ve also helped me realize I don’t need to depend on others for my self-worth. I’m the same person since writing them, but I’ve evolved. I hope my growing pains here can enlighten and comfort others.” Today, Ellie shares the exhilarating single, Green Houses.

Ellie commenced this song cycle summer of 2020 when she found herself reexamining her life and her personal connections as a high school student. “I’m surrounded by teenagers, and my songs are all pretty much a testimony to that,” she details. “They are me trying to figure out life and the emotional rollercoaster it sometimes is as a young person in this world.”

Each song entry represents a facet of Ellie’s path to liberating self-knowledge and confidence. Through these personal revelations, and her exhilarating acoustic-pop sensibility, Ellie shares struggles, profound realizations, and empowering decisions. Her songs start on the ukulele or the piano, and, from there, they are tastefully embellished with elegantly essential production touches. Luke Wood and Gregg Montante contributed guitar and Bob McCutcheon produced the sessions.

https://www.ellieirwin.com/
https://www.instagram.com/elliejaneirwin

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