Championing Self-Reflection & Authenticity
Published
It's All Within Time (Single)
Stephan Folkes
Following the critical acclaim of his debut single, Say It Like You Mean It, London-based artist Stephan Leroy Folkes returns with a new release that further cements his reputation as a bold and introspective voice in contemporary music. It’s All Within Time (Travelling Through the Stars) is more than a title. It’s a statement of purpose, inviting listeners to explore their inner selves and confront their personal growth with honesty and courage.
Known for his visionary ethos and refusal to conform to mainstream expectations, Stephan continues to carve his own path with a message rooted in self-worth, resilience, and individuality. His latest work encourages reflection on adversity, the passage of time, and the transformation that often follows life’s most difficult moments.
Folkes’ ethos is not just a creative decision, it’s deeply personal. Raised in Leytonstone, East London, His early life was marked by profound experiences, including a serious hospitalization at age five and a near-drowning incident in his pre-teen years. These events instilled in him a sense of purpose and emotional depth that continues to shape his music and message.
Describing himself as a “Visionist” and “King of Fantasy,” Stephan uses his platform to challenge norms and encourage others to reject societal pressures. His music is a space where authenticity is celebrated, and conformity is questioned. For Stephan, the creative process is as much about internal discovery as it is about artistic output.
Since beginning his musical journey at the age of 11, Stephan has evolved into a multifaceted talent. A songwriter, sound engineer and producer, who has collaborated with Nick Michaels of Bethnal and producer Phil Curran. Now preparing for the release of his second album, Stephan continues to push artistic boundaries while remaining grounded in his core mission: to inspire self-investment and unapologetic self-expression.
With a growing online following and plans to take his message on the road through live performances across the UK, Stephan Leroy Folkes stands at the forefront of a new wave of artists redefining what it means to be successful in music, not just by charts, but by connection, intention and authenticity.
