Emerging UK Folk Artist Jonah Connock Announces Debut Album ‘I Kept Your Secret, Saoirse’

Danielle Holian
8 hours ago
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"...your art connects in a genuine and human way with the listener." - Mellow Strings Club

"An absolute jam! (Fly Away)" - Music Glory

"...sombre guitar tones, slow-building rhythm, and emotional depth (Letter to You)” - MBTI Music

Intimate songwriting, evocative storytelling and growing streaming success position Jonah as a compelling new voice in contemporary UK folk music.

With a growing catalogue of heartfelt songs and an expanding audience, eighteen year old, UK singer-songwriter Jonah Connock is emerging as one of the most promising new voices in the modern folk landscape. His debut album, I Kept Your Secret, Saoirse, has already garnered almost 11,000 streams and attracted more than 2,400 monthly listeners on Spotify, reflecting a growing connection with audiences drawn to honest, emotionally resonant songwriting.

Blending introspective lyricism with contemporary indie textures, Jonah's music explores themes of connection, loss, resilience and hope. His songs are built around expressive guitar work, understated arrangements and a vocal delivery that favours nuance over volume, creating an intimate listening experience where storytelling takes centre stage.

"With a voice that invites you closer and warm, expressive guitar work, Jonah's songs unfold with a quiet confidence, blending reflective storytelling with melodies that feel both intimate and timeless."

In live performance, Jonah creates an atmosphere where songs are allowed to breathe, drawing audiences into carefully crafted narratives through stripped-back arrangements and deeply personal songwriting.

The album marks a significant milestone in Jonah's artistic journey, bringing together eight carefully crafted tracks that trace his development as a songwriter while capturing the emotional depth that has become his signature.

Tracklist

Letter to You
Bones
Black Dress
Tongue-Tied
Fly Away
I Hope That I Don't Fall in Love with You
Half-Awake
Clandestine

Reflecting on the release, Jonah says, "It's a surreal feeling to be releasing music and announcing my first studio album. Writing and recording involves a lot of hard work. There are days when you don't think the song is ever going to take shape or your voice just can't make the notes. My notebooks are full of half-written lyrics and ideas that may never make it off the page. Working with Adam and Lawrence Purnell to produce the album was amazing - heading into the studio, I thought my songs were finished, but every session bought learning and laughter - and their ideas really helped elevate the songs. I hope you love listening as much as I loved making the album."

The collection opens with "Letter to You," the first song Jonah ever wrote, born from a challenge set by his guitar teacher and ultimately becoming the catalyst for the album itself. Across the record, listeners encounter deeply personal reflections, from the poignant vulnerability of "Bones" to the atmospheric storytelling of "Black Dress" and the confessional intimacy of "Half-Awake."

The influence of Cornwall's dramatic coastline runs throughout the album, with its shifting tides, storms and seascapes informing both imagery and mood. These settings provide a backdrop for songs that balance melancholy and hope, creating a body of work that feels both personal and universally relatable.

The album closes with "Clandestine," a song Jonah describes as being about "time passed and the feeling of perpetual possibility", a fitting conclusion to a debut that looks back with reflection while firmly setting its sights on the future.

As I Kept Your Secret, Saoirse continues to find new listeners, Jonah Connock is establishing himself as an artist whose understated approach and emotional honesty offer a refreshing perspective within contemporary folk music.

About Jonah Connock

Jonah Connock is a UK-based singer-songwriter whose music combines stripped-back acoustic arrangements, expressive guitar work and thoughtful lyricism. Drawing influence from folk traditions while embracing modern introspection, his songs explore connection, memory, resilience and hope. Through intimate recordings and captivating live performances, Jonah creates music that invites listeners to pause, reflect and connect.

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