Sitting in front of your laptop this chill folk + pop playlist will transport you to the coffee shop. Updates every Wednesday with popular tracks in West Asia.

Coffee Shops & Laptops

Rain

Isolation Row poem/lyrics by Geraldine Phelan set to music.
© Phelan/Slipper all rights reserved 2025.

Isolation Row - Geraldine Phelan

Photograph - Ed Sheeran

O Teu Amor

I'm Still Here For You

A beautiful solo debut EP for singer/songwriter Jacq Teh, “Waves” is awash with raw emotion and vulnerability. A glimpse into the inner dealings behind a tumultuous break-up, the album takes listeners from the beginning through to the end of a collapsing relationship. Deeply moving and painfully real, listeners can expect a good cry as the journey reaches its destination of closure and acceptance.

The music is reminiscent of Bon Iver’s reverberant harmonies, with a poignant attention to detail and slight nod to Teh's jazz and R&B roots. The album seamlessly blends genres, cohesive in its use of vocal production and choral orchestrations. While “Happened” feels like a gentle lullaby bringing listeners into Teh’s world, “Did” and “Waves” are drenched with imagery and an almost palpable feeling of hearbreak. “Friends” features Toronto jazz pianist Jen Lo and gives us subtle R&B grooves and riffs, all while dishing out lyrics that strike to the core. “Getting Older” is undeniably relatable for anyone in their late 20’s to mid 30’s contemplating where they are in life and whether they have achieved the milestones expected of them at this stage. With a mild country landscape set by Toronto jazz guitarist Jay Yoo, the track is a minimalist approach to coming to terms with the dread of aging. And with a cinematic finish, the album concludes with a flowing piece, bringing us back to the image of running water and waves. Featuring a masterful orchestration of woodwinds performed by jazz composer, bandleader, and multi-instrumentalist Dennis Kwok, all one can really do at the end of this album is cry and cry and cry.

“Waves” is the simple story of a break-up, told so carefully and beautifully that it is impossible to turn away. We held in its comforting melodies and embraced by its luscious harmonies. An ambitious debut album for artist, Jacq Teh, firmly marking her place in the world of independent and contemporary music. 

Getting Older

its says it all on the song, finding the last gentleman in this town.

gentleman(demo)

Hand in Hand

"Cuando se siente" es una balada que transmite la intensidad de un amor profundo e inefable. Con una interpretación emotiva en español e italiano, la canción explora la imposibilidad de expresar plenamente los sentimientos más sinceros del corazón. La melodía suave y envolvente refuerza el carácter nostálgico y apasionado del tema, llevando al oyente a una experiencia sensorial cargada de emoción y sensibilidad. Su lírica poética y su ritmo acompasado convierten este tema en una declaración pura y sincera de amor eterno.

Silencios que hablan

Cuando se siente

My thoughts lately...

This song is also on spotify under the profile SpicySmile



everything / nothing

The highly anticipated single, ‘Easy’s Gettin’ Harder Every Day’, marks the second release of 2025 from John Jenkins and the James Street Band. This captivating rendition of the classic Iris DeMent song features lead vocals by Pippa Murdie, a valued band member known for her remarkable talent. Pippa has been performing this song for years, whether as a solo artist, in duo performances with John Jenkins, or as part of the band’s full ensemble.
This track will be part of John Jenkins and the James Street Band's upcoming second album, set for release later this year. It follows the July 4th launch of Restless Hearts, John Jenkins’ eagerly awaited solo project.
Pippa Murdie, previously a mandolin player and backing vocalist for Storm the Palace, has collaborated with John Jenkins since 2019. In addition to her work with the band, she is a familiar face at open mic nights and acoustic clubs in the local music scene. Pippa’s accomplishments include being a finalist in the West Kirby Arts Centre Friday Live Songwriter Challenge 2024.
Co-produced by John Jenkins and Jon Lawton (Sami Yusuf, Ian Prowse, Only Child), and expertly mastered by Pete Maher (The Rolling Stones, U2, Patti Smith), ‘Easy’s Gettin’ Harder Every Day’ will be released on April 4th, 2025. This collaboration delivers a timeless performance with a modern touch, underscoring the band's dynamic artistry and musical excellence.


Easy's Gettin' Harder Every Day

Ezra's Lullaby (feat. Ian Yan)

anyone — justin bieber #rosydiwocover

Aleksander Moe Olsen (15-08-1980 - 06-05-2008) This I wrote for you! <3 

I Will Win Your Heart (Album Version)

SOOBIN’s 나의 봄의 이유 - TXT (투모로우바이투게더)
(Original Song: 폴킴)

Keyboard - Maiz
Guitar - Huze
Bass - Huze
Programming - Maiz
Vocal Arrangement - Maiz
Digital Editing - Maiz
Recording Engineers - 황민희 @ HYBE Studio, 송찬영 @ HYBE Studio
Mix Engineer - 이성훈 @ HYBE Studio

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