Lili Mare, a 25-year-old indie-folk singer-songwriter from a small town near Cologne, Germany, crafts music that delicately connects the tranquility of nature with the vibrance of metropolitan life. Her latest single, August, is a stunning showcase of her introspective songwriting and raw emotional delivery. Produced alongside Lucas Laufen, the song builds from a delicate guitar-and-vocal arrangement into an intense climax, capturing the tension of inner turmoil and release she skilfully conveys beyond just words. Mare’s strong, expressive vocals, combined with the track’s crisp instrumentation and warm, immersive sound quality, make August feel deeply personal—almost intrusive in its vulnerability, yet ultimately comforting, like a familiar embrace. The mix and master by David Maria Trapp ensure every nuance shines through, heightening the song’s deeply resonant impact.
With August, Mare continues to establish herself as a compelling voice in indie folk, drawing inspiration from artists like Phoebe Bridgers and Maggie Rogers while maintaining her own distinctive style. The song speaks to the struggle of surrendering control in search of self-discovery, a theme that sets the stage for her upcoming EP, The Light, arriving in July 2025. I can’t wait to hear more from this rising artist as she continues to craft music that is both deeply personal and universally relatable.
Written by Nthatile Mavuso
