Daudi Matsiko

Daudi Matsiko is a British-Ugandan singer-songwriter and guitarist carving out a quietly powerful space in the UK's indie-folk scene. Known for his raw, whisper-close vocals and minimalist guitar work, his music feels like eavesdropping on late-night soul-searching sessions—tracks like "The King of Misery" and "An Introduction to Failure" blend poetic vulnerability with warm, jazz-tinged arrangements. Hailing from Nottingham, Matsiko’s work often explores themes of identity, mental health, and connection, earning comparisons to Sufjan Stevens and Nick Drake for its delicate intensity. His 2018 EP *The King of Misery* became a cult favorite, while recent collaborations (like the haunting "Forgive the Damages") and introspective releases like "I Am Grateful For My Friends" show an artist unafraid to sit with life’s sharp edges. Whether solo or with his band, Matsiko crafts music that feels like a shared secret—quietly devastating, deeply human, and impossible to shake.

Genres

Alternative

Indie Pop

Folk

Singer-songwriter

Soul

Jazz

Indie Folk

Blues

Contemporary Folk

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Bon Iver

Sufjan Stevens

José González

Ben Howard

Nick Mulvey

Phoebe Bridgers

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Iron & Wine

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Keaton Henson

The National

Sampha

Latest Release

Forgive the Damages (feat. Daudi Matsiko)

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Daudi Matsiko

Single - Released May 30, 2025