Featured Artist of January 8, 2024
with the song: "Rolls Like Tumbleweed"


Artist's Biography

Acclaimed troubadour Paul Cherryseed returns with his new single “Rolls Like Tumbleweed”, a radiant offering of progressive folk-pop infused with Brazilian rhythms and heartfelt lyricism. Known for his warm storytelling and unique blend of folk-pop, gospel swing, and Brazilian vibes, Paul’s latest track takes listeners on an uplifting musical journey inspired by life’s unexpected twists and turns.

The song’s inspiration struck Paul during a poignant moment while observing a hardworking farmer named Manuel toiling under the hot sun to provide for his family. Paul reflects, “Our lives don’t go in a straight line; they roll unexpectedly, like a tumbleweed.” This powerful imagery became the heart of the track, encapsulating themes of perseverance, hope, and the ability to find new paths even when life feels unpredictable.

“Rolls Like Tumbleweed” brings together Paul Cherryseed’s signature folkpop sound with the warm, rhythmic sway of Brazilian music. The track’s rhythm is rooted in the traditional Xote, a danceable Brazilian style, and draws inspiration from Paul Simon’s “Boy in the Bubble” and the raw authenticity of Brazilian music legend Luiz Gonzaga.

Paul Cherryseed’s journey began in the community of Eck en Wiel, and since then, he has brought his music to over 250 stages—from churches and festivals to cafés and even an elevator. With three albums under his belt and his fourth, ‘Eyes of the Blind’, slated for release in April 2025, Paul continues to captivate audiences worldwide with his blend of rhythm, poetry, and soul.

Paul Cherryseed is a progressive folkpop artist whose sound blends English folk, Brazilian rhythms, and gospel swing. With his dynamic presence and thoughtful storytelling, Paul’s music offers both inspiration and joy, drawing listeners into a world where life’s challenges become danceable, hopeful, and poetic.

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