Nordic Daughter is more than just a musical project, it is an experience in variety, acceptance, love and logic. The musical concepts behind the music build a sense of intimacy with the audience that can only be described as genuine and authentic. The vocal stylings of Melissa Lycan are unique yet classic and the songs […]
Interview with Art Block – White Horses
Art Block is a multi-instrumentalist alt-folk singer-songwriter from East London, England. 2022 has seen the release of his unique transparent violet vinyl of The Basement EP stocked in Rough Trade East, London and further afield in Wax and Beans, Bury, Market Deeping and Ebbw Vale independent record stores. A collection of live recordings at St […]
Interview with Luke De-Sciscio – Happy To Be Here (I might die tomorrow)
Singer-songwriter Luke De-Sciscio has released his eclectic new album The Banquet via AntiFragile Music. Oozing with idiosyncratically alluring twists and turns, The Banquet combines folk-rock and baroque-pop sensibilities in order to create a sound that is undeniably unique as a result. From the warm, intimate tones of Baby it’s okay, I’m here, wake up, to […]
Interview with Sam MacAdam – Longsands
Glasgow alt-folk singer-songwriter and harpist Sam MacAdam has released her second single, “Longsands”, now available on all streaming services. The track explores disappointment and lost love, juxtaposed with a rare and perfect English sunny day, and uses dovetailing string entries to recreate the undulating North Sea, with the harp providing rhythmic stability throughout.“I wrote this […]
Interview with Albert Kass – Darling
Announcing the release of debut record, Young Old Man. The new album for indie alternative/folk artist Albert Kass was produced in his hometown of Los Angeles by Grammy nominated producer Billy Mohler. Kass has returned to writing and performing after two careers and two decades: “Call me a late bloomer. All the perceptions were there. […]
Interview with Duane Mark – A Letter To My Friends
“Let me tell you a story, about my time in the… Mojave Desert.” You see, Duane Mark spent most of his formidable years, growing up in the deserts outside of Bakersfield, CA. Desolation is the first thing that comes to mind, when one thinks on the Mojave Desert. What does one do when growing up […]
Interview with backinhumanform
backinhumanform is Joe Clarke. Originally from Ireland but now based in London, backinhumanform’s debut album dropped in 2019. It was produced by Dean Glover at VIBE Studios in Manchester. All tracks written by Joe Clarke. In this interview spotlight, I chat with backinhumanform about the latest music, challenges, technology and more. Full Q&A along with […]
Interview with Gallery 47 – Chaos Ensued
Alt-folk troubadour Gallery 47 – aka Jack Peachey – makes his 2019 debut with the colourfully poignant upcoming album Chaos Ensued, out on now via Bad Production Records. Peachey combines his trademark folk sensibilities with splashes of blues rock, post-punk and classic rock to create something that is undeniably unique. His new found sound is […]
Interview with Saddle Of Southern Darkness
Forged in the hills of Kentucky and tempered in the mountains of Colorado, Saddle of Southern Darkness is rapidly carving a path across the country to deliver you a sound as tenebrous as it is true. In this interview spotlight, I chat with the band about their motivation, their upcoming release, touring and more. Full […]
Interview with Alex Bayly – I’ll Never Leave You
Rising alt-folk artist Alex Bayly has released his poignant single I’ll Never Leave You via Big Indie Records. I’ll Never Leave You combines elements from the past and present to create Bayly’s own vibrant, introspective sound. His rich, soulful vocal soars with emotion over the textured strings and dreamy guitar licks, sounding akin to the […]
