Amy Montgomery’s latest single, ‘Season of the Witch’ demonstrates why her style of music is just what listeners of the folk-country genre have been waiting for: she is wild, she is powerful and her haunting vocals leave behind an essence of mystery and lore, as best illustrated through her intriguing music videos.

Originating from County Antrim, Northern Ireland, Montgomery’s unique persona is already doing her homeland proud, with the twenty-year-old musician having wrapped up some remarkable riveting summer festivals, the likes of which include Glastonbury and Black Deer. Now she is set to begin touring in Australia in early October, allowing listeners from overseas to get a taste of what makes this Northern Irish starlet so mesmerizing and talented. 

The pastoral sceneries and the mythical elements of Northern Ireland’s heritage are awakened in ‘Season of the Witch’, a roaring menacing and enchanting tune that showcases Montgomery’s inherent level of talent. Her voice itself is instantly memorable if one peruses through the rest of her discography; it is filled with raw emotion, a striking ability to match up to the bass and rumble of the instrumentation and a touching quality to create a mystic atmosphere with just a chilling refrain. The music video for ‘Season of the Witch’ is similarly evocative of the macabre stylings of the track: with the black-and-white colour scheme, the costume design reminiscent of bohemian dress as well as early sixties fashion and the fade-outs/flashes that retain a sense of allure and enigma about her tale. 

Yet for all the creative risks taken with the form and video of the track, it remains to be a classic, enjoyable folk-country hit---something that could make people bust a move in a dive bar or yell in unison in stadiums. Speaking about the song, Montgomery says;

We've given this sixties cult classic, a 21st century, tribal and eerie feel! My first ever headline shows this month will present the different colours that make up my personality, and myself as an artist. Expect mighty headbangers that you can move your feet to. But also expect heartfelt moments that will make you reflect. My shows are all about celebrating the preciousness and exuberance of life!

  Singer-songwriter