South of Polaris: The Mesmerizing Folk Duo Redefining UK Acoustic Traditions

A Fast-Rising Force in Folk

Their journey has been nothing short of meteoric. Featured on platforms like Alan Ritson’s Fine Folk (Lincoln City Radio), Burwell Radio’s Folk Club, Cambridge Radio, and BBC Introducing, the duo’s unmistakable style continues to earn them recognition. South of Polaris has also lit up stages across the UK, including support slots for Mad Dog Mcrea and Ríoghnach Connolly & Honeyfeet, as well as appearances at festivals and venues like The Albany (London), Ventnor Fringe, The Horn (St Albans), and The Bigg Theatre.

Accolades & Debut EP Release

In 2024, South of Polaris were nominated for a Cambridge Radio NMG Award in the Folk and Americana category, standing shoulder-to-shoulder with acclaimed acts such as Imlac and Christina Alden & Alex Patterson. This recognition not only celebrated their talent but also highlighted their role in reshaping the UK’s folk soundscape.

Their highly anticipated debut EP, The Year After, dropped in December 2024, encapsulating their sonic evolution and emotional depth. The EP solidified their place as one of the most compelling and creative acts in modern folk.

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Hailed as “an important contribution to the folk tradition,” South of Polaris are quickly becoming a name to know in the UK folk music scene. Based in Bedfordshire, this spellbinding duo—Danii Reales (vocals and violin) and Saúl Díaz (electro-classical guitar)—deliver a sound that is both entirely unique and deeply rooted in musical history.

With just two years under their belt, South of Polaris has carved out a space that fuses the raw soul of southern Spanish flamenco with the emotive storytelling of folk, layered with touches of rock and theatrical flair. Their music is both quirky and grounded—an intimate blend of passion, precision, and cultural resonance.

What’s Next for South of Polaris?

Kicking off 2025 with a set at the West Coast Folk Festival in Blackpool, the duo shows no signs of slowing down. With a powerful musical identity, a rapidly growing fanbase, and a string of standout performances, South of Polaris are proving themselves as torchbearers for the next generation of folk innovation.

Whether you’re a folk purist or a lover of genre-bending acoustic music, South of Polaris is a name to remember—and a sound to experience.