MUSIC: Gregory Alan Isakov

Hailing from Johannesburg, South Africa, Gregory Alan Isakov is sing-songwriter worth becoming a follower of. Hardly a new-comer to the industry, Isakov has released four albums since 2003, including his most recent masterpiece, This Empty Northern Hemisphere.

"Well its 3 am again,
Like it always seems to be,
Drivin' northbound drivin' homeward,
Drivin' wind is drivin' me."

"3 a.m." (That Sea, The Gambler)

Utilizing an mostly acoustic sound, Isakov strums his way through gentle and thoughtfully crafted songs. Drawing comparisons to Leonard Cohen, Chris Whitley, Ray LaMontagne, and Brandi Carlile, the later - another ZONINO! favorite - who he has toured with, Isakov's work is equal parts ethereal rock and contemporary folk.

Check out his website and then head over to iTunes or CD Baby to get your hands on his incredible music!

Sergio del Limónar