With Grammy nominations for Best Folk Album under consideration, Makaki Music would like to draw attention to Sofia Talvik and her 2023 album Center of the Universe — a record that stands apart for its artistic ambition, social conscience, and critical reception.
Standing up for women’s rights. Sofia’s single Too Many Churches charted at #3 on Folk Radio Charts USA. Written in direct response to the overturning of Roe v. Wade, it is one of the most widely played folk protest songs of the year.
Taking a stance against war and discrimination. Circle of Destruction charted at #9 on Folk Radio Charts USA.
“Too few artists today offer protest material, but Talvik seems to have picked up the mantle from singer/songwriters like Joan Baez, Buffy Sainte-Marie, and Pete Seeger.”
— Americana Highways
“Sofia Talvik’s anti-war stance, ‘Circle of Destruction,’ is an exception. Here is a gorgeously performed song about the inevitable annihilation of a war-torn world, and yet, few artists feel inspired to write their own.”
— Alt77
Highlighting the missing children of America. The title track uses real photographs of recently missing persons in the music video in an effort to amplify their visibility.
After touring 48 U.S. states, Sofia brings a rare outsider-insider perspective to American folk music. If you are a voting member, Makaki Music encourages you to consider Sofia Talvik for the Best Folk Album nomination.
