Isla Mae turns an on-off romance into genre-blurring pop on ‘Round and Round’
Attraction, resentment and broken promises collide as Isla Mae follows a fictional couple who cannot quite leave each other alone.
Folk
TuneFountain covers new folk music from independent artists, emerging talent and established names finding fresh ways to tell their stories. Our folk coverage spans contemporary folk, folk-pop, indie-folk, acoustic songwriting, Americana and releases that blend traditional influences with modern production.
Rather than treating folk as purely traditional or stripped back, we focus on the writing, atmosphere and emotional detail that give each release its character. You will find reviews, news, profiles and interviews featuring intimate vocals, narrative songwriting, acoustic arrangements, rich harmonies and more experimental approaches.
This archive brings together TuneFountain’s latest folk coverage, from debut singles and rising singer-songwriters to established artists beginning a new creative chapter. New stories are added regularly as we continue discovering and supporting the musicians shaping tomorrow’s folk scene.
Daniel Maple looks back to move forward on Little Me
North East songwriter Daniel Maple shares Little Me, a debut album of short-form songs that reconnect with youth, place and…
fiig turns queer longing into dream-lit indie folk on ‘Mother’
A tender new chapter from fiig, where layered violin, dreamy vocals and queer longing turn heartbreak into something quietly luminous.
Reese O’Neill confronts fragility on ‘Machine’
Reese O’Neill’s ‘Machine’ blends autotuned vocals, layered harmonies and glitchy production into an electronic folk release shaped by queer identity,…
Liv Bloore Unveils Poignant New Single ‘Her Flowers’ and Announces Debut EP In Heaven, After Hours
A new, vulnerable single from Liv Bloore captures grieving reflection and emotional growth, leading into her upcoming debut EP.
Is 2026 going to be a verdant year for Bryony Dunn and the Forest?
A practice pad, a Zoom setup, and zero drumming experience. Here’s what happened when a raffle prize turned into a…
Sakara lifts the curtain on Sunflower, a glowing indie-folk moment shaped by distance, hope, and steady light
A heartfelt look at friendship, resilience, and the gentle glow running through Sakara’s latest single.
Austel shares reflective new single ‘The Beach in December’
A tender indie-folk moment that captures Austel’s growth as she moves into a new creative phase.
Liv Bloore prepares to release debut single ‘The Darling Song’
Liv Bloore is set to share her debut single ‘The Darling Song’ on 21 November...
Amber Saqladi turns fire into freedom with new single ‘No Apologies’
Amber Saqladi’s ‘No Apologies’ channels pain into control, blending dark folk, country, and rock in a fierce statement of independence.
Isla Mae shines with emotional honesty on new EP Some Form of Art
Some Form of Art captures growth, self-reflection, and emotional balance in a collection that proves her strength as both writer…
Liv Dawn announces new EP Hopeful Wandering
Six tracks of hope, heart and honesty from one of Scotland’s rising voices.
Sarah-Ruth releases debut single ‘Raspberry Jam’
Sarah-Ruth has released her debut single ‘Raspberry Jam’, an acoustic folk-pop track that began life...
Hannah Grace releases new album Bigger Picture
Hannah Grace has released her second album Bigger Picture, a record that represents her most...
Catherine Bullock to release debut single ‘Readyset’
Catherine Bullock emerges as a compelling new voice from Liverpool’s indie-folk scene with the release...
Rosie Gault unveils stunning debut EP “Songs From Winter”
Rosie Gault is preparing to release her debut EP Songs From Winter in a series...
Immy Churchill releases debut single ‘Give Me Time To Breathe’
Immy Churchill makes a captivating entrance as a solo artist with the release of her...
The Elidas reflect on lost moments with new indie folk single ‘Hyacinth’
Scottish indie folk duo The Elidas return with their most vulnerable and polished single to...
‘Burning Moonlight’, the final EP by Marianne Faithfull, set for release in April and June
Marianne Faithfull‘s final recordings will be released in Burning Moonlight, a four-track EP arriving in...
Fern Unveil ‘Milk Song’, Their Debut Single Blending Ethereal Folk Melodies With Modern Indie Charm
Fern have officially arrived with their debut single, ‘Milk Song’. The Birmingham-based duo released the...
Gabrielle Aplin drops new single ‘Magnolia’ and reveals upcoming EP Northern Star
Gabrielle Aplin is back with new music, releasing her latest single ‘Magnolia’ and announcing her...
Bold Breakthrough for Essex’s George Bone with ‘What a Beautiful Monday’
Essex-based singer-songwriter George Bone is kicking off 2025 with a powerful new single, ‘What a...
Millie Kirkpatrick Unveils ‘Fake Fights’ - A Unique Mix of Folk and ’80s-Inspired Synth-Pop
Millie Kirkpatrick is set to release her latest single, ‘Fake Fights’, on 21st February 2025....
Grace Elizabeth Harvey Unveils ‘Birdsong’, the First Single from Upcoming EP Other Faith
Singer-songwriter Grace Elizabeth Harvey will release ‘Birdsong’ on 21st February 2025. The track introduces her...
Hallworth Announces Uplifting Indie-Folk Single ‘The Way It Is’
Hallworth will release ‘The Way It Is’ on 28th February 2025. The indie-folk artist blends...
Thea Gilmore Unveils New Album “These Quiet Friends” with Stirring First Single
Thea Gilmore, one of Britain’s most enduring and versatile artists, has announced the release of...
Izzii Grace to release new single “Kitchen Music” in November
Emerging folk artist Izzii Grace will soon captivate listeners with her new single, ‘Kitchen Music,’...
Mathilda Mae set to release debut EP “It’s Nothing” – a unique alternative folk take on situationships
Emerging alternative folk artist Mathilda Mae is set to release her debut EP, It’s Nothing,...
Leah Wilcox to release new single, ‘Blue’, in October
Acclaimed singer-songwriter Leah Wilcox is preparing to unveil her latest single, ‘Blue’, on 25 October...
Hen Hoose Announces New EP with Lead Single “Catchfall”
Hen Hoose, the pioneering female and non-binary-led songwriting collective based in Glasgow, has announced the...