Beginning as a choir boy performing across his local county, UK-based singer-songwriter S J Denney knew he could sing from a young age – but the choir was just the start of a successful music career. The next step was to learn to play the clarinet and then using the musical theory, S J Denney began teaching himself to play the guitar while writing original material. With experience touring with bands across the UK and Ireland, S J Denney knows how to work with others; however, his solo project has caught our eye. The latest addition to his discography is the single ‘High Flying Birds’. Follow ..read more

I was introduced to singer-songwriter Podge Lane about three years ago and am still astounded by his unique sound. With each single, the Irish artist continues to fascinate me with his intoxicating music. Bold and rugged, but simultaneously sincere and sensitive, Podge Lane brings diverse concepts together in charming sonic masterpieces. The latest addition to his well-received repertoire is the single ‘Change In The Weather’. Inspired by life in its entirety, Podge Lane’s music has a soft soothing to its gentle flow. Yet, while the arrangement is smooth, there is a vulnerability oozing from ..read more

A natural storyteller, singer-songwriter Karen Harding has a way of expressing her emotions, opinions and experiences through poetic song. Unafraid to touch on all areas of life, she has brought us music about anxiety, frustration, fear, angst and acceptance. A regular on Nexus Music Blog, we have featured Karen several times; however, we are not the only ones singing her praises. Featured on The Other Side Reviews, Sinusoidal Music, Front View Magazine and various playlists, she is captivating audiences all over the globe. The latest addition to her repertoire is ‘Til The Ocean Meets The Shor ..read more

Constantly growing, progressing and evolving her music, singer-songwriter Bridget Kelly Quinn merges the intimacy of indie-folk with the obscurity of indie-pop and the sassiness of soul. We speak with Bridget Kelly Quinn about her new album Dead Flowers, which musician she would love to perform with, and lots more! What drew you to music? I have been singing for as long as I can remember. I remember growing up and the variety of music in my house from my parents and siblings. From Willie Nelson, Patsy Cline, George Michael, Runrig, Duran Duran and the Happy Mondays. With all these genres of mu ..read more

Never one to step away from provocative concepts, Lebanon-based group Sandmoon tackles issues of a dystopian society, pandemic lockdown blues, and much more in their unique collection of songs. We speak to frontwoman Sandra Arslanian about their new album While We Watch The Horizon Sink, what music means to her and much more! Why did you decide to begin making music? Is it a question of a decision or just a matter of spirit? One is drawn to it organically I believe. Taking it a step further, recording and performing is a natural development, maybe even more so for a singer-songwriter. What doe ..read more

After 20 years of a “musical semi-pause”, French-born singer-songwriter Romain Gutsy is back with music to soothe the soul. Showcasing his multi-instrumental side, Romain has played with various bands including accordion with Les Affames and guitar in Daffy Plays Mandola. If you haven’t heard of those acts, then you should have heard of Grammy award-winning acts like Soul Asylum and Calvin Russel – both having Romain Gutsy playing with them. The latest addition to his critically acclaimed repertoire is ‘The Girl From Kerry’. Hot on the heels of his song ‘If You Don’t Mind’, ‘The Girl From Ker ..read more

If Jason Mraz and Tracy Chapman were to have a child, the chances are likely it would be Dr Fabola. Described as “…the best socks in the business and music that’s the sweetest thing you’ll ever know…” (Acoustic Café Warrington), the UK-based singer-songwriter melds folk, jazz and acoustic pop into his unique sound. This is my introduction to Dr Fabola, but he has been turning people’s heads with engaging performances and coverage from blogs like Jammerzine. The latest addition to his discography is the single ‘All Behind’. After one of his shows, Dr Fabola was mistaken by a member of the audi ..read more

Indie-folk singer-songwriter Nicholas Rowe proclaims that he “began as a rocker but became obsessed with folk songwriting after hearing Bob Dylan’s 1975 masterpiece Blood On The Tracks…” – from then on it was all about folk. Compared to artists like Wilco and Jason Isbell, the US-based artist merges intimacy, vulnerability and brooding sonic mastery in his unique style. Described by Turn Up The Volume as an experience of beauty “all performed with a striking voice”, Nicholas Rowe can melt your heart with one note. The latest addition to his discography is the single ‘I Wish That I Could Sing I ..read more

With the power of Eva Cassidy, the intimacy of Sarah McLachlan and the sweetness of Karen Carpenter, singer-songwriter Karen Harding is a sonic force of nature. The terms elegant, sophisticated, enchanting and tender cannot capture the beauty of Karen Harding, and I have listened to a lot of her music. A regular feature on Nexus Music Blog, it’s clear to see we are fans; however, we are not the only ones who think she’s totally awesome. Since her debut single in 2021, Australia-based Karen has received coverage from international press including Sinusoidal Music and The Other Side Reviews. She ..read more

Already capturing our eye with his single ‘My Only Love’, we at Nexus Music Blog know about Romain Gutsy’s unique sound – and you totally should be too. Along with European Times, Less Than 1000 Followers, Sinusoidal Music and various playlists/radio stations, Romain is reaching more people across the globe. I mean, we are important but a large loyal following is definitely worthwhile. An established artist, French-born Romain Gutsy has performed with bands such as Les Affamé, Daffy Plays Mandola, Soul Asylum and Calvin Russel. The latest addition to his discography is the single ‘If You Don’t ..read more