I sat down to write Winter Son drowning in the unknown. My father had been diagnosed with cancer. As I began to write, the song took on a life of its own. It became a retrospective of relationships and places that were meaningful to me; an emotional journey and tapestry of memories. When I had finished I was surprised that I had woven light and hope into a raw and wintery, pop-folk story.

Winter Son- Dover Lynn Fox

This is one of my most personal songs yet — a quiet hymn for love that lingers, even when everything else changes. I’d love for you to hear it 💫”

Always

Story
Legend of the Origin of Animals According to Inuit Beliefs
At the beginning of the world, according to the Inuit, there was only one man and one woman. The woman asked Kaila, the sky god, for help in populating the Earth. Kaila ordered her to dig a hole in the ice and catch fish. So, one by one, the animals emerged: seals, bears, birds… until finally the caribou appeared. This was the most precious gift, as it would feed the people, provide shelter, and provide tools.
But humans began hunting only the largest and most beautiful caribou, weakening the species. So, the woman asked for help again. Kaila sent the wolf, sent by Amarok, the wolf spirit, to eat the weak and sick animals, thus maintaining balance.
Other Key Elements of Inuit Mythology
• Animals have souls (anirniit): They are not hunted, but allow themselves to be hunted. The hunter performs a ritual for their souls to return to the spirit world.
• Death and rebirth: Part of the soul goes to heaven or hell, another part is reincarnated in a newborn if given the name of an ancestor.
• Giants and goblins: In distant lands, the Inuit encountered the Tuniqs, fearsome giants, and cheerful little goblins that fit in the palm of the hand.

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Sonic Universe

Inuits II

Story
The Legend of N'ha-a-itk. The Guardian of the Lake
In ancient times, when the Syilx Indigenous people lived in harmony with the land and water, Okanagan Lake was more than a body of water: it was a living being, a profound spirit called N'ha-a-itk, which means "lake serpent."
Elders said that N'ha-a-itk was not simply a physical creature, but a spiritual manifestation that protected the balance of the ecosystem. His body was long and undulating, like a sea serpent or a wingless dragon, and it was said that he could appear in times of imbalance or when humans forgot their pacts with nature.
The Ancestral Pact
Before crossing the lake, the Syilx performed rituals and offered symbolic sacrifices—often animals or food—to honor N'ha-a-itk and ask for safe passage. This act was not one of fear, but of respect: they understood that the lake had a will, and that the spirit that inhabited it should be treated with reverence.
The Transformation into Ogopogo
With the arrival of European settlers, the figure of N'ha-a-itk was reinterpreted. In the 20th century, sightings of a creature in the lake began to circulate, and it was christened Ogopogo, a name inspired by a popular song of the time. Although the image of the monster became more commercial and touristic, many inhabitants of the region still recognize its Indigenous and spiritual roots.

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N'ha-a-itk

Story
The Legend of N'ha-a-itk. The Guardian of the Lake
In ancient times, when the Syilx Indigenous people lived in harmony with the land and water, Okanagan Lake was more than a body of water: it was a living being, a profound spirit called N'ha-a-itk, which means "lake serpent."
Elders said that N'ha-a-itk was not simply a physical creature, but a spiritual manifestation that protected the balance of the ecosystem. His body was long and undulating, like a sea serpent or a wingless dragon, and it was said that he could appear in times of imbalance or when humans forgot their pacts with nature.
The Ancestral Pact
Before crossing the lake, the Syilx performed rituals and offered symbolic sacrifices often animals or food to honor N'ha-a-itk and ask for safe passage. This act was not one of fear, but of respect: they understood that the lake had a will, and that the spirit that inhabited it should be treated with reverence.
The Transformation into Ogopogo
With the arrival of European settlers, the figure of N'ha-a-itk was reinterpreted. In the 20th century, sightings of a creature in the lake began to circulate, and it was christened Ogopogo, a name inspired by a popular song of the time. Although the image of the monster became more commercial and touristic, many inhabitants of the region still recognize its Indigenous and spiritual roots.

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N'ha-a-itk II

Johnson is a lo-fi indie guitarist , singer-songwriter from the North East of England, known for his atmospheric soundscapes and intimate melodies. Supported by ABUS MUSIC, he records under various guises, including Johnson, Johnson and The Phantom Ramms, and Abus Soundscapes, which can all be found on Soundcloud.

His latest project, Within, Without (2024), offers brand-new tracks that explore themes of introspection, blending raw lo-fi textures with hauntingly melodic elements. 

Past collaborations include The Middle Of Life with UK singer songwriter  Brian Peters  and Brazilian artist John Alberto Moraes. The latter collaboration  resulting in the Departures EP.

Johnson's previous EP, Singing to Rooks (2016), is available on Bandcamp and continues to resonate with fans of indie and lo-fi guitar music. The EP  can also be found on YouTube and other music platforms like Spotify and Amazon Muisc. 

Chosen as Soundclouder of the Day, his  “smooth, complex, and melodic,” Johnson’s instrumental work on Crossing the River' highlights his intricate guitar style.

Johnson is always open to collaborations—connect to create something unique.
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Artist reviews:


'Crossing the River, an instrumental guitar track by Johnson Ramm, is smooth, complex, and melodic' Soundcloud.com, Soundclouder of the Day @ https://www.facebook.com/soundcloud/posts/10151448424641059

 
“Good stuff mister! You've got the jansch/drake thing going on there. Great, authentic guitar sound on 'Searching for Atlantis'. Keep rockin Best Nick H ”
- Nick Harper, Singer/songwriter guitarist extraordinaire

Johnson, your music is so real and transparent, authentic and truly from the heart..you remind us of the simple things the buried feelings of just living that the modern fast paced "so called life" seems to ignore completely, thank you for sharing your music with the world :D "”
- Hidden Mountain

Just wonderful, sweet and charming songs you're writing here Johnson..I love the simplicity and elegance of songs like "no return" and "all we have is one another"..you got the cool, ease with the natural storytelling style of writers like Chris Difford or Paul Heaton..romantic and rich and very tightly crafted. Great work!!”
- Mike White, Mike White Presents 

Not too long back I met a fellow musician, a thoroughly nice chap. His name is Johnson Ramm. You know the feeling you get when you've found something new and original and you want to keep it to yourself but you can't help it and you have to shout it from the rooftops and say "This guy is amazing!!" This is one of those moments. I was asked to do some production work not long ago for his E.P. His style? Folk. Really good hearty folk. Lyrically, this guy is a genius. He writes the kind of words you wish you had thought of about 5 minutes previous! His attitude towards his work as an artist was such an inspiration as he let me guide him on certain aspects, it was me that ended up learning so much from that day. I couldn't really tell you who he sounds like, as he has a raw and unfinished quality to his voice, it just fits into place with the atmosphere that he creates from his lyrics and melodies.”
- Mark Wardale, RowBoat

Between myths, stories and galaxies... Welcome to my SoundCloud.

There are songs that aren't just heard... they are remembered like a dream or felt like a ritual.
I am J. Bilbao, music composer that intertwines the music with legends, forgotten constellations, and stories you may have never heard. Every note, every word, is born from a cross between the ancestral and the futuristic.

If you've ever been moved by a story that seemed written for you. If you've ever felt like a melody spoke to you from another time or planet... then this space is yours too.

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New tracks tagged #CanadianFolk