Meimuna: Illuminating Hearts with Graceful Folk-Poetry

With haunting vocals and delicate guitar picking, près du littoral by Meimuna envelops listeners in an authentic, ethereal soundscape. Cyrielle Formaz’s heartfelt melodies build gradually, layering in delicate backing vocals that add a subtly otherworldly tone to the arrangement. Every note and phrase in this track feels intentional, capturing a profound yet accessible beauty.

Since its founding in 2016, Meimuna has earned a reputation as one of the most impactful musical projects on the Swiss and European folk scenes. Formaz’s work sits gracefully at the crossroads of Anglo-Saxon folk and French poetry, crafting intimate musical spaces that resonate deeply. Her reach has extended across continents—from Canada to China and Mexico to Eastern Europe—where audiences are drawn in by her soulful approach to storytelling.

In près du littoral, Formaz continues this tradition, blending lyrical insight with emotive instrumentals. Whether performing solo or with a full ensemble, Meimuna’s songs offer a journey into a world of reflection and beauty, inviting listeners to see and feel with clarity.