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Annika Jayne @ajaynemusic.bsky.social · 23h

Every autumn tells the same story in a slightly different way — golden leaves, pumpkins, squirrels, coffee, getting cosy… so many signs that the season has begun. But the best part? The cats are finally indoors again, curling up with you after a summer outside. 🐾 Full story on my Patreon.

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Annika Jayne @ajaynemusic.bsky.social · 4d

It really is! Those were such hopeful times — it felt like anything was possible, like the world might finally come together!
I was in Berlin recently and visited the Checkpoint Charlie museum. It was such a powerful reminder of how fragile freedom is, and how easily we take it for granted.

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Annika Jayne @ajaynemusic.bsky.social · 5d

Today 35 years ago West and East Germany were reunited.

And today, of all days, I revised a song for one of my closest friends - she grew up in East Berlin, I in West Berlin. We would never have met if it hadn’t been for the reunification.

Talk about perfect timing!

#friendship #songwriting

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Annika Jayne @ajaynemusic.bsky.social · 6d

annikajayne.bandcamp.com

#folkmusic #indiefolkmusic #singersongwriter #bandcamp #bandcampfriday

Annika Jayne

Annika Jayne’s music feels like a gentle breeze, carrying stories of love, loss, and hope across borders and languages. Singing in English, German, and French, she creates a space where melodies trans...

annikajayne.bandcamp.com

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Annika Jayne @ajaynemusic.bsky.social · 6d

Oh! Who’s that hiding behind the Cats & Coffee Cups CD? 🐈‍⬛☕️😁

It’s #BandcampFriday — the day when Bandcamp give everything to artists. If you’re into shiny discs or old-school tapes, today’s a perfect moment. I can’t ship to the US, but digital is always there. Thanks for being here 💛

Me hiding behind the Cats & Coffee Cups CD

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flakebelly @flakebelly.bsky.social · 6d

Today for #BandcampFriday 4 albums and 3 EPs pay what you want, so you can get them free. Entire discography £9.60. Experience The Boy In The Diving Bell, Apprentice Green, our singles collections, and EPs before the neighbours do! flakebelly.bandcamp.com

#newmusic #indiemusician #independentmusic

flakebelly

Indie, Acoustic & Psychedelic music from The Western Isles of Scotland. "Extensive and wildly eclectic sonic adventures" - Tom Robinson, BBC 6 Music found underneath a gooseberry bush, some time pas...

flakebelly.bandcamp.com

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monochrome motif/ Andrew Hartshorn @hartshornmusic.bsky.social · 6d

OUT NOW - the conclusion of the Alive trilogy from @john-serrano.bsky.social

Download, CD and vinyl.

#musicsky #bandcampfriday

johnserrano.bandcamp.com/album/come-a...

come alive [ALBUM], by John Serrano

9 track album

johnserrano.bandcamp.com

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Michael Munnik @michaelmunnik.bsky.social · 6d

Too right, it's #BandcampFriday. I've got a few albums available for purchase as CDs or downloads. This one is my latest full length recording, and I'm really happy with how it came out. Indiefolk, fair bit of chill, songs about journeys. #OriginalMusic michaelmunnik.bandcamp.com/album/drivin...

Driving Through America at Night, by Michael Munnik

13 track album

michaelmunnik.bandcamp.com

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Annika Jayne @ajaynemusic.bsky.social · 6d

🥹 🥹 🥹

Thanks so much for the recommendation and your kind words!

#bandcampfriday

florgoth @florgoth.bsky.social · 6d

"Cats & Coffee Cups" by @ajaynemusic.bsky.social

This one is light and gentle and incredibly pretty. Because of the emotional state I was in, it also hit me like a speeding truck.
To this day, I honestly can't listen to "It's Okay" without getting watery eyes. It's that gorgeous and powerful!

Cats & Coffee Cups (Acoustic Versions) [ALBUM], by Annika Jayne

13 track album

annikajayne.bandcamp.com

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Annika Jayne @ajaynemusic.bsky.social · 7d

This morning I played Coffee and Banana Bread — a song for those “everything feels off” days. Comfort can be banana bread or something else. Today’s #internationalcoffeeday, so here’s a live performance to warm your day. What’s your favorite little comfort?
Full video on Patreon.

#originalsong

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Annika Jayne @ajaynemusic.bsky.social · 9d

I just love writing lyrics and playing with words—it’s such a wonderful creative process.

What joy people miss out on if they just type prompts into an AI!

Sure, there’s frustration too, but also that dopamine rush when you finally find the perfect word!

#songwriting #lyrics

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Annika Jayne @ajaynemusic.bsky.social · 8d

Thank you so much! So glad you enjoyed it. 🍂

Annika Jayne @ajaynemusic.bsky.social · 9d

I just love writing lyrics and playing with words—it’s such a wonderful creative process.

What joy people miss out on if they just type prompts into an AI!

Sure, there’s frustration too, but also that dopamine rush when you finally find the perfect word!

#songwriting #lyrics

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Annika Jayne @ajaynemusic.bsky.social · 10d

These past mornings, I’ve been singing a little before the day begins. Today’s song was “Leaves In Autumn” — an older song about memories and friendships. Enjoy! 🍂

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Annika Jayne @ajaynemusic.bsky.social · 10d

These past mornings, I’ve been singing a little before the day begins. Today’s song was “Leaves In Autumn” — an older song about memories and friendships. Enjoy! 🍂

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Annika Jayne @ajaynemusic.bsky.social · 13d

I have a new morning routine. After doing my vocal exercises, I play one to three songs from my catalogue before going to work.

It’s amazing what this does to the soul. The world starts looking a little brighter - talk about endorphins that are released when making music!

#singing #endorphins 🎶

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Annika Jayne @ajaynemusic.bsky.social · 14d

Just revised a veeeerrrry old song of mine because I figured it’s perfect for the next album!

It’s such a fun song! It’s based on Murphy’s Law and it’s about when everything that can go wrong will go wrong. Who doesn’t know such days? 🤪😂

#songwriting #originalsong #murphyslaw

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Untidy Music @untidymusic.com · 14d

untidyradio.com looking for music of all styles - no adverts just music.

#music #musicsky

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Annika Jayne @ajaynemusic.bsky.social · 14d

That’s such a cool idea! 😎

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Annika Jayne @ajaynemusic.bsky.social · 14d

Just revised a veeeerrrry old song of mine because I figured it’s perfect for the next album!

It’s such a fun song! It’s based on Murphy’s Law and it’s about when everything that can go wrong will go wrong. Who doesn’t know such days? 🤪😂

#songwriting #originalsong #murphyslaw

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Annika Jayne @ajaynemusic.bsky.social · 15d

Of course! 😊 I’d been meaning to listen much earlier but well…life!

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Chucky Trading Co @chuckytrading.bsky.social · 16d

Our latest album is only available through our website and Bandcamp, though we are releasing singles to streaming. Check out the album!

chuckytradingco.bandcamp.com/album/a-sky-...

A Sky of Hopes [Album], by Chucky Trading Co

11 track album

chuckytradingco.bandcamp.com

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Annika Jayne @ajaynemusic.bsky.social · 15d

Wow. What a beautiful album! I really enjoyed listening!

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Annika Jayne @ajaynemusic.bsky.social · 15d

Thanks for the reminder! Crazy week and I’m running behind on many things. I’ll hopefully get it to you until the weekend.

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Annika Jayne @ajaynemusic.bsky.social · 17d

🍂 September feels like a season of new beginnings — a breath of fresh air after the slow summer. I just shared my first proper letter on Patreon, all about autumn, friendship, and why I long for a quieter creative space. Come have a read!

www.patreon.com/posts/139425...

New Beginnings in Autumn Letter | Annika Jayne

Get more from Annika Jayne on Patreon

www.patreon.com

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