Derek Astles released a new single called Nor’easter, perfectly encapsulating an American countryside vibe. With its vivid imagery, it created a song with layered metaphors. With a blend of folk and rock, the composition has acoustic elements with electric undertones, creating the perfect sound that feels like an old American movie.

Derek Astles, a ‘hardcore’ and ‘folk rock’ performer who is based in Asheville, is a cafe-circuit touring performer. He derives his inspiration for his music from the countryside experience of an older generation and pop sounds of the newer generations, and you can see that reflected in his music. Nor’easter sounds both nostalgic and contemporary at the same time, making it a one-of-a-kind listening experience.

The artist weaves lyrics like a romantic poet. He uses elements of nature, like the storm passing through the countryside, and also uses human experiences, like stocking up food and water before the storm hits. The flow of the song, hence, feels seamless, and all the elements fit together without each being alienated from one another.

The song holds an intensity with its composition and its lyrics. The track would fit perfectly if you are driving with your friends on an empty highway or are winding down alone after an exhausting week of work before the weekend hits.

For those interested in exploring more from the artist, his website, folkrolln.com, offers all the details you need. The song is available to stream on popular platforms like Spotify, YouTube, and Amazon Music.

You can listen to ‘Nor’easter’ by Derek Astles here:

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