Stephan Leroy Folkes Transports Listeners on a Soulful, Reflective Journey with New Single ‘It’s All Within Time (Travelling Through the Stars)”
- Curious For Music Team
- May 5
- 2 min read
Stephan Leroy Folkes is back with his new single, “It’s Within Time (Travelling Through the Stars)”. The London-based Singer, Songwriter, Sound Engineer and Producer, known for his bold voice and genre-defying tracks, invites listeners into a deeper dimension of his artistry
Far from chasing trends, Stephan continues to carve his own path. His latest single isn't just music, it's a reflection, a challenge, and an exploration of what it means to grow through hardship. Encouraging listeners to look inward, Stephan explains that, “Music should be a space for self-reflection, and that’s what I aim to create”, It’s Within Time (Travelling Through the Stars) speaks to the importance of time, the lessons found in struggle, and the strength that emerges on the other side.
Blending elements of soft rock, R&B, jazz, funk, and pop, Stephan’s sound is both contemporary and nostalgic. His smooth, soulful vocals, reminiscent of George Michael’s timeless tone, glide effortlessly across a lush, cinematic soundscape. The result is a track that feels both intimate and expansive, grounded in personal truth while reaching for the stars.
Born and raised in Leytonstone, Stephan’s life story adds weight to his song’s message. A serious illness at age five and a near-death experience in his pre-teens instilled in him a profound sense of resilience that now informs both his music and worldview. Embracing the titles “Visionist” and “King of Fantasy,” Stephan rejects the constraints of the mainstream music industry and instead champions authenticity, individuality, and emotional honesty.
Folkes’ brings a multidimensional approach to his work, Influenced by artists ranging from Prince and Stevie Wonder to Contemporary boundary-pushers like Billie Eillish, he has developed a sound that’s impossible to pin down, and that is exactly the point.
With a growing fanbase, a strong presence online, and live performances on the horizon, Stephan Leroy Folkes is poised to make a lasting impact. It’s Within Time (Travelling Through the Stars) isn't just a track, it's a reminder that through every trial and triumph, we’re always evolving. And in Stephan’s universe, that evolution deserves to be celebrated.
