Hmm... Johanna Samuels

Johanna Samuels is moving from the periphery of the Los Angeles folk scene into a more defined, sharp-edged spotlight. The signal: her new single “Circles” features a collaboration with Tyler Ballgame, marking a shift toward more collaborative, high-stakes indie rock. While her previous work leaned on soft-focus Americana, this new momentum suggests a pivot toward the observational songwriting style of the Pacific Northwest in the late 90s. Watch for whether her upcoming album, Sorry, Kid, can translate this digital uptick into a broader touring presence.