Jonny Herman is a burgeoning artist from the UK who has been marching to the beat of his own drum since a young age. With a lifelong passion for rhythm coursing through his veins and starting off his career as a drummer, Jonny’s journey as a songwriter spans nearly two decades. While Jonny initially cut his teeth playing in various bands during his formative years, it was in 2018 that he made the pivotal decision to embark on a solo career, channeling his creativity into crafting compositions that were solely his and represented his character. Immersing himself in the vibrant music scene of Norwich, Jonny honed his craft on the open mic circuits and garnered a dedicated following with his raw talent and unbridled passion.
With an equally cinematic music video, Herman’s detailed storytelling becomes even more palpable on “Old Romantics.” The stirring folk-rock ballad explores nostalgia while creating a modern sonic world for the dynamic vocals to roam free. There is a lot to unpack with “Old Romantics.” Herman’s all-encompassing approach to the tropes of folk allows him to implement undertones of nostalgic soul while still staying true to the roots of folk. “Old Romantics” plays like a character arc. Epic crescendos act as turning points in the narrative, while Herman’s vivid imagery details their journey. Jonny Herman’s “Old Romantics” looks to the past with fondness while keeping one eye on the present for a folk-rock epic brimming with imaginative artistry.
“I have been thinking about some of the sentiments with Old Romantics for quite some time,” explains Herman. “This track reflects a bit of my own acquiescence with aspects of the music industry while paying tribute as much as possible to some of the amazing musicians I know who don’t get enough airtime.”
