Makaki Music is pleased to announce the release of Sofia Talvik’s new single, “Can You Read My Mind” — the first new music following her acclaimed holiday album Wrapped in Paper.
Written on the road during the current U.S. tour, the song reflects on the exhaustion of a world that never stops — the relentless noise, and the longing to step away and reconnect with something real. As Sofia sings: “I’ll take my van down to the lake, where I can breathe the air and nothing I see is fake.”
The single is available as a free download with optional pay-what-you-want support at sofiatalvik.bandcamp.com.
Makaki Music is thrilled to report that Sofia Talvik’s winter album Wrapped in Paper has debuted as the 3rd most played album on Folk Radio Charts USA, with Sofia ranking as the 3rd most played artist and the single Let Peace Be the Song landing at #7.
The album has received widespread press attention on both sides of the Atlantic, including a highlight from The New York Times alongside coverage from numerous publications across the USA and Europe.
Following a successful winter tour in Germany, Makaki Music is proud to announce that Sofia Talvik is returning to the United States for 37 shows across 9 states as part of her 2026 tour, Songs, Strings & Stories.
The tour takes Sofia from the deserts of Arizona and the bright lights of Nevada, along the coast of California, through the forests of Oregon and Washington, across the wide skies of Idaho and Utah, and into the mountains of Colorado and New Mexico.
Audiences can expect intimate evenings of guitar, songs, and storytelling — spanning libraries, art centers, and house concerts. Each stop is a chance to experience Sofia’s unique blend of Nordic melancholy and Americana folk up close.
Sofia Talvik’s new Christmas album Wrapped in Paper has received exceptional critical attention since its release, earning reviews, radio airplay from the BBC and NPR, and a feature in The New York Times.
“She sings with an angelic voice, and the music fits her style perfectly. It is almost unearthly at times, and the songs are almost so beautiful they border on painful.” — Spill Magazine (4/5)
“Seemingly a response to the attention economy of social media and the sensationalism of the news cycle, Talvik calls for peace — the true meaning of this season, regardless of faiths or traditions — while wars, conflicts, and political frays are fought all around us.” — The Bluegrass Situation, Seasonal Musical Favorites
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“Wrapped in Paper collects her efforts since 2018, as she sings about snow, solitude, love and the passage of time.” — The New York Times
“With a strong flavour of traditional folk and a beautiful voice that sits between frosty sweetness and the strength of protest, this song is a powerful letter to Santa.” — Listen with Monger
Makaki Music announces that Wrapped in Paper, Sofia Talvik’s Christmas album, is out today on all platforms. The album marks the conclusion of Sofia’s twenty-year tradition of releasing an annual Christmas single.
The album gathers seven years of holiday songs — two new originals and a new open-tuning arrangement of “Silent Night” alongside fan favourites — closing with Merry Christmas, Adios, So Long, Sofia’s farewell to the tradition.
The final new track, “Let Peace Be the Song”, is a stripped-back folk protest song — guitar and voice only — reflecting on the weariness of watching injustice unfold. The rest of the album balances this with warmth and beauty, including the soaring violin arrangement of “Silent Night.”
Vinyl pre-orders are now open for Sofia Talvik’s Wrapped in Paper and Hansan’s Vargar, available via ElasticStage.
Both albums are high-quality 12” vinyl with lyrics printed on the inner sleeve, produced on demand via ElasticStage — an independent artist vinyl platform. CDs are also available for pre-order at music.sofiatalvik.com and hansan.bandcamp.com.
Makaki Music is proud to share that Sofia Talvik has been awarded the 2025 Cultural Laureate distinction by Orusts Sparbank — a recognition of her sustained artistic contribution to both her home community and the wider music world.
The award from Orusts Sparbank and the municipality of Orust provides meaningful support for Sofia to continue her artistic development and musical exploration.
Makaki Music is thrilled to announce Wrapped in Paper — Sofia Talvik’s new Christmas album collecting 12 songs, including three brand-new tracks. The album is available for pre-order at music.sofiatalvik.com in a standard edition and a deluxe version with handmade golden wax seal, lyric book, and forest-green organza gift bag.
Wrapped in Paper gathers Sofia’s holiday songs written since 2017, including two new originals and an open-tuning cover of “Silent Night.” It captures the quieter, more emotional side of Christmas — stories of hope, humanity, and reflection.
Makaki Music is also announcing the release of a new album from Sofia’s side project Hansan — a collection of songs in Swedish featuring a duet with Swedish rock poet Stefan Sundström, out November 24th at hansanmusic.com.
To celebrate, Sofia will embark on her annual Winter Concert Tour, opening at the House of Sweden in Washington, D.C. before continuing to Germany with Regina Mudrich on violin and Martin Zemke on bass for select dates.
We’re proud to announce the release of Vargar — the latest single from the Swedish-German duo Hansan, featuring the legendary Swedish artist Stefan Sundström.
Vargar (Swedish for Wolves) is a raw, pulsating duet — a hymn to the power of community, resilience, and courage. With its hypnotic rhythm and gripping chorus, the song captures both the timeless and the contemporary, reminding us of the strength that lies in unity.
Hansan, the collaboration between Swedish singer-songwriter Sofia Talvik and German cellist and producer David Floer, have made their mark by blending Nordic folk traditions with classical string arrangements and modern jazz influences. Their music feels both intimate and cinematic — rooted in storytelling yet daringly experimental.
In Vargar, that signature sound meets the unmistakable voice of Stefan Sundström. His gritty poetry and uncompromising energy add a new dimension to Hansan’s atmospheric world, creating a powerful contrast that evokes rebellion, ritual, and raw emotion.
More than just a song, Vargar is a call to courage, resistance, and togetherness — a reminder that strength is often found in the pack.
We’re thrilled to share this collaboration with the world. Stream Vargar now on all major platforms and feel the pulse of the wild.
After nearly four months on the road in the United States, Sofia Talvik is back in Europe and heading out for summer solo shows in Germany and Belgium.
Winter dates are also in the works, with ensemble performances featuring Bremer Stadtmusikanten planned for November and December.
Physical CDs and vinyl are available for a limited time at music.sofiatalvik.com. Digital downloads are always available in the shop.
