Onsind

Onsind sounds like the intersection of a protest rally and a quiet living room conversation. Their music is built on the skeletal frame of acoustic guitars played with the aggressive downstrokes of a punk band, topped with dual vocals that often move in a distinctive, slightly unpolished unison. There is a palpable sense of North East England grit in the delivery, favoring honesty and message over studio sheen.

What truly sets them apart is the surgical precision of their lyrics. While many folk-punk acts lean into vague nihilism, Onsind is deeply specific, tackling everything from UK partisan politics to the nuances of queer identity and the complexities of long-term friendship. The vocal interplay between Nathan and Daniel creates a communal feeling, as if the songs are being shouted into existence to keep the cold out.

Start with the album 'Dissatisfactions'. It captures their peak balance of melodic indie-pop sensibility and fierce, uncompromising anti-capitalist sentiment. It is the perfect entry point for anyone who wants their folk music to have a sharp, jagged edge and a very clear moral compass.