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“If You Build It, They Will Come”: An Encounter With Berlin’s ‘Space Sessions’ Host James Michael Rodgers

One of the most distinguished singer-songwriter sessions in Berlin, Kreuzberg’s ‘Space Sessions' is a noteworthy institution when it comes to making new voices of the city heard. NBHAP editor Andreas met up with founder James Michael Rodgers to discuss the beginnings of the format, the art of curation and its surrounding politics – also introducing the perspective of two notable newcomers of the scene, Thala and Mone.
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“Some Kind Of Autonomy”: Walking Through ‘Big Picture’ With Fenne Lily

The now New York-based folk artist Fenne Lily is back with her third record and while her tender acoustic aura hasn’t changed a bit, her latest full-length is more honest and authentic than ever, grappling the essence of this thing called love with new intensity and sincerity. In a matter of looking back at each song from first to last, these are her thoughts on how this album was conceived.
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“Keeping The Faith In Life And In Love”: About The Retro-Tinged Folk Of Signe Marie Rustad

In a matter of reviving a classic songwriter spirit, Norwegian folk artist Signe Marie Rustad’s recent record turns a hopeful spirit into artistic courage and a nostalgic feel. For a new edition of our folk column we took the opportunity to chat her up and let her elaborate on the process, going into the tracks of her new record "Particles Of Faith" in detail. Make sure you also head into the playlist, which she co-curated with us for this occasion.
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Caught Backstage: Cat Clyde at Fluxbau, Berlin

Somewhere between gothic-tinged soul and bluesy folk music, singer and guitarist Cat Clyde takes her place. Influenced by classic blues artists like Leadbelly, iconic soul singer Etta James, and rock legend Janis Joplin, she creates her interpretation. We caught the Cat backstage at her recent Berlin gig to chat about touring life, green rooms, and her second record 'Hunter's Trance'.
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