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John Steam Jr.
‘Radio’
[americana/alternative rock]
Press Notes:
After more than ten years in Punkrock and Hardcore Bands the all time sideman picks up his trusty acoustic to hit the road solo. This nonehitwonder plays introspective sing-alongs which roots in college punk and americana are not deniable. Add a little pop appeal, cowboy chords and a ton of DIY spirit and here you go: John Steam Jr.
Lonely Choir
‘Kind Song’
[indie folk/indie pop]
Press Notes:
Lonely Choir (Rachael) is a Denver-based indie singer/songwriter. Her music has been described as a unique balance between raw emotionality and tongue-in-cheek wit. She is new to the music scene, and is currently wrapping up recording her first EP.
Fearn
‘Kites’ (feat. Rob Quo)
[folktronica]
Press Notes:
I am Will Taylor, a Shoreham-by-Sea based (West Sussex) producer and songwriter. My alias was taken from the Gaelic word Fearn: ‘Alder tree’ and was chosen because of the association of this tree with strength, compassion, and generosity. Exploring nature and the great outdoors is a huge part of my writing-process. I regularly find inspiration from walks across the hills and valleys of East Sussex. I enjoy the freedom and creativity of collaborating with other artists and include them in most tracks I write. I like to think of Fearn as a community.
CODA FACTO
‘After Our Story Ends’
[americana/country/folk rock]
Press Notes:
CODA FACTO is a indie folk rock duo from Hamilton, Canada. Founders Alexander DeRoo and Jonathan Harley fuse Pop, Brit-Rock and Americana with vibrant vocals and lyrical stories. Their songwriting transcends the obvious; quickening the mind and heart.
In 2010, Alex and Jon met at McMaster University. Later, they would rehearse and record early demos in Hamilton at The Mule Spinner and perform in other local venues. Working regularly with producers Glen Marshall, Chris ‘‘Lurch’’ Rudyk and the late Bob Lanois of Steady Canoe, they gained seasoned insights.
Alex and Jon continue their development as CODA FACTO arranging and recording with the artful guidance of producer Carl Jennings of Westmoreland Recording Studio. The band’s name represents their music journey. The ‘coda’ is that every song’s inevitable end brings new beginnings; and, the ‘fact’ is that their friendship remains constant.
Vincent Coomans
‘Slow Down’
[indie folk]
Press Notes:
Vincent Coomans is 33-year old musician who works and lives in Belgium. His music draws comparisons with the music of Sufjan Stevens, Damien Jurado, Bill Ryder-Jones and Elliott Smith. Distance, grief and desire are some of the themes that are central in his work. In 2020 the artist released the instinctive EP “Can’t you see that I slowly distance myself from you”. One of the tracks on the EP “I will be your Man” and the In 2022 forwarded single “Must I Always” got both featured in the iconic Belgian radio show Duyster. Coomans will release his first album, “The Great Rebuild” through Illuminine Records. Vincent Coomans performs live with a brand new setup with Jonas Bruyneel, Renaud Debruyne and Frie Mechele (momoyo) and Klaas Tomme (Ides Moon).
Romain Gutsy
‘Frenchy Boy’ (feat. Marc Bentel)
[folk/acoustic/singer-songwriter]
Press Notes:
Romain Gutsy is a French-born singer-songwriter and a musician who started his career in the 90s, singing and playing accordion with French bands such as Les Affamés, or guitar in the Celtic band Daffy Plays Mandola, as well as playing with more famous artists such as the Grammy award winner alt-Rock band, Soul Asylum, or American singer, Calvin Russel.
After more than 20 years of musical semi-pause and traveling all over the world, he came back in 2020 with a solo album under the name of THE RED, Whatever Says the Clock, featuring songs composed of lyrics made of classical American and Irish poetry. It was followed in 2022 by a new album called When Leonard Met Dolly, and then by 4 singles.
Christian Larsmon
‘The Other Side’
[folk rock/singer-songwriter]
Press Notes:
Christian Larsmon is a singer songwriter based in South East London inspired by rock, folk and country music. Christian has played various musical projects over the past 20 years and his career highlights include support slots for Eric Clapton (true story!), Arthur Brown and The Pretty Things. Christian is currently in the studio recording his new EP ‘Dark Before The Dawn’ and he had recently released his new single; ‘The Other Side’.
Sawyer Fredericks
‘The Golden Tree’
[índie folk/singer-songwriter]
Press Notes:
19 year-old Singer-songwriter Sawyer Fredericks, hailing from his familys farm in central New York State is fast establishing himself as an authentic original, Americana artist with an old soul. His deep, beyond- his-years lyrics and melodies, raw, soulful vocals, and powerful live performances have attracted an ever-growing number of devoted fans of all ages, selling out shows throughout the US.
The Uncle Steves
‘Moonlit Hunger’
[psych folk/instrumental/soundtrack]
Press Notes:
The Uncle Steves are an eclectic band from Chicago and Phoenix with 10 albums under their belt. The latest release is the 2022 album “Dead From Dan’s Mountain”which combines elements of post-rock, post-punk, psychedelic, shoegaze, noise rock and blues. The Uncle Steves are just one person, multi-instrumentalist Chris Picciuolo, who also produces and mixes the albums. Never wanting to sound the same, each Uncle Steves album touches on a new genre.
Leah James
‘Auld Lang Syne’
[alt americana/chamber pop]
Press Notes:
Alternative artist, Leah James, is set to release her first holiday EP entitled, December, to her awaiting fans. This beautiful collection of songs is hushed one minute and as lush as a Hollywood film score the next. James’ iconic sounding vocals layered over the cinematic, romantic and ethereal production make for a provocative twist on holiday classics.
[All Press Notes provided by the artists]
Compiled by: Christos Doukakis