Your favourite songwriter’s favourite songwriter is just getting started
Sydney Morning Herald
by Robert MoranFebruary 25, 2026
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Indie-rock has once again taken center stage in popular culture, thanks in part to artists like Cameron Winter and MJ Lenderman. However, among this wave of talent, Nate Amos stands out as a standout figure, earning acclaim as both a solo artist and a collaborator. Known for his projects This Is Lorelei, Water From Your Eyes, and My Idea, Amos has become a key player in the indie-rock scene, even being dubbed a "generational songwriting talent" by his peers. His success is particularly noteworthy given that This Is Lorelei began as a bedroom project, serving as a creative outlet for more personal and experimental work.
Amos's rise to prominence gained momentum with the release of albums like *Box for Buddy, Box for Star* and *Holo Boy*, which have earned critical praise and expanded his artistic profile. His songwriting has resonated deeply enough to inspire covers by other artists, such as MJ Lenderman’s rendition of *Dancing in the Club*. This attention has come as a surprise to Amos, who initially kept This Is Lorelei under wraps due to its personal nature. Now facing increased scrutiny, he reflects on the challenge of maintaining his creative integrity while living up to the expectations set by his own work.
Born into a musical family—his father is a bluegrass musician and his mother works in cybersecurity—Amos grew up between Vermont and Virginia before moving to Chicago, where he pursued music production. It was in Chicago that he met Rachel Brown, forming Water From Your Eyes, an experimental duo known for its art-pop style. Despite their collaborative success, Amos found solace in This
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Originally published on Sydney Morning Herald on 2/25/2026