Lucy Fitzgerald 
Stephan Folkes’ new single “Somebody out there?” is a moody, genre-blending gem that’s equal parts eerie and emotionally raw. Inspired by a real-life ghost story involving teens, an abandoned building, and an Ouija board, the track channels that paranormal tension into something cinematic and deeply human. Folkes leans into his love for alternative indie rock, R&B, soul, and dream pop, creating a sound that’s hard to pin down but easy to get lost in.
What hits first is the atmosphere—dark, slow-burning, and full of suspense—followed by Folkes’ voice, which carries both vulnerability and quiet defiance. You can feel he’s pulling from real experience, and that emotional honesty cuts through every note. Growing up with special needs and overcoming serious early-life challenges, Folkes isn’t just making music—he’s crafting meaning from chaos, and you can hear that in every haunted echo of this track.
I’ve got to say, I really like this song—it hits that sweet spot between spooky and soulful, and it absolutely deserves a place on everyone’s playlist, especially if you’re into brooding late-night soundtracks or love when a song takes a weird, beautiful turn you weren’t expecting.
If you’re into artists who blur lines and break molds, Stephan Folkes is one to watch. With “Somebody out there?“, he’s not just telling a ghost story—he’s showing us the emotional truth that often hides in the dark. Follow him on Instagram, TikTok, or Spotify and keep an eye out—he’s just getting started.
Listening to songs so you don’t have to! Just kidding :D, you totally should. Music blogger by day, nurse by night
