Keren Ilan isn’t just making music—she’s creating a world where every note tells a story. The Vietnam-born, Israel-based indie-folk artist has released her debut EP, NostosAlgos, a stunning seven-track collection that dives deep into the themes of identity, self-discovery, and finding “home.”
From the title alone, NostosAlgos—Greek for “the pain of longing to return home”—it’s clear this isn’t just a playlist. It’s a journey. “This EP represents my path toward letting go of old habits and embracing a simpler life,” Keren shares. Written across years of change and introspection, these songs capture moments of transformation, like snapshots of her life.
At its heart, NostosAlgos is about connection—whether it’s with the past, a place, or even yourself.
Keren’s music feels like flipping through the pages of a diary, with tracks like ‘Soon Summer’s Gone’ and ‘Looking’ drawing you into her world. Her sound is intimate, weaving soft indie-folk melodies with poetic, soul-baring lyrics. The centerpiece of the EP, ‘Heavy Hearts,’ comes with a beautifully haunting music video that’s more art piece than production, following Keren through tranquil woods as her voice gently wraps around you.
Every song on this EP has its own story to tell, but together, they create something bigger—a reflection of Keren’s growth as both an artist and a person.
Growing up in Southeast Asia and later moving to the Middle East, Keren’s life has been anything but ordinary. Music became her way of making sense of it all. She picked up a guitar as a teen, inspired by indie and soul artists, and began writing songs that explored her identity, her emotions, and her place in the world.
What’s unique about Keren’s music is its universality. English, though not her first language, became her safe space—a way to share her thoughts while keeping a layer of mystery. And her multicultural background shines through in her sound, blending influences from the different cultures she’s experienced.
Even with these projects, Keren has managed to keep her music deeply personal. She’s toured up and down the West Coast of the U.S., from Seattle to San Francisco, connecting with audiences on a soulful level that feels rare in today’s fast-paced world.
Keren Ilan’s NostosAlgos isn’t just an album—it’s an invitation. Whether you’re listening to the reflective ‘Soon Summer’s Gone,’ the tender ‘Looking,’ or the deeply emotional ‘Heavy Hearts,’ you’re stepping into her story, which might just remind you of your own.
Her music reminds us that home isn’t always a place. Sometimes, it’s a feeling—or even a sound. So, grab your headphones, hit play, and let Keren Ilan guide you on a journey of self-discovery you didn’t know you needed.
NostosAlgos – EP out now – listen in full
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