Mermaid Kiss

**Mermaid Kiss** is a UK-based progressive/ethereal folk-rock project formed in the early 2000s by multi-instrumentalist Jamie Field and vocalist Evelyn Downing. Hailing from the West Midlands, the band crafts dreamy, atmospheric soundscapes that blend lush vocals, intricate guitar work, and electronic textures, often drawing inspiration from mythology, nature, and fantasy themes. Their releases, like the evocative *Etarlis* (inspired by a mystical realm in a fantasy novel) and the moody *Salt On Skin*, showcase their signature mix of storytelling and genre-fluid experimentation.

Though they’ve maintained a low-profile indie status, Mermaid Kiss has cultivated a dedicated following through albums like *The Mermaid Kiss Album* and *Circles of Fire*, which highlight their knack for weaving haunting melodies with poetic lyrics. With a rotating lineup of collaborators, the band remains a passion project anchored by Field’s production and Downing’s ethereal voice, offering listeners a gateway to otherworldly sonic adventures.