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North Carolina Artist Hemlocke Springs Debuts Debut Album

2/12/2026

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Hemlocke Springs' Musical Journey

Hemlocke Springs (Isimeme 'Naomi' Udu), a North Carolina artist, is releasing a debut album exploring Christian upbringing and Nigerian heritage.
The album features the tracks "The Red Apple" and "Heads, Shoulders, Knees, and Ankles."
Springs blends 80s synth-pop with theatrical storytelling about self-discovery and societal expectations.
Critics note her voice in indie pop and highlight her journey as a Black, queer woman.

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Hemlocke Springs' Musical Journey

Hemlocke Springs (Isimeme 'Naomi' Udu), a North Carolina artist, is releasing a debut album exploring Christian upbringing and Nigerian heritage.
The album features the tracks "The Red Apple" and "Heads, Shoulders, Knees, and Ankles."
Springs blends 80s synth-pop with theatrical storytelling about self-discovery and societal expectations.
Critics note her voice in indie pop and highlight her journey as a Black, queer woman.