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Best Folk/Americana Album and Best Immersive Album
On March 6, 2026, multi-award-winning Americana artist Linda Marks releases Queen of the Angels — her 16th studio album and one of the most emotionally powerful works of her career.
Produced in Nashville by Justine Blazer and featuring an acclaimed international cast of musicians, the album explores themes of healing, loss, resilience, love, mental health, and social awareness through twelve deeply personal songs.
At the heart of the project is the title track, inspired by the Los Angeles wildfires and dedicated to remembering those still living with the aftermath of tragedy. Throughout the album, Marks transforms personal reflection into universal connection, offering listeners hope, compassion, and understanding during challenging times.
Drawing from her decades of experience as both a songwriter and psychotherapist, Linda Marks delivers a collection that is intimate, courageous, and profoundly human — an album that reminds us that healing begins when we choose not to forget.
Best Song and Best American Roots Song
"You're Not Alone" is a beautiful and heartfelt ballad of love, compassion, and human connection written by multi-award-winning singer-songwriter Linda Marks. Through its uplifting message and emotional depth, the song offers a powerful reminder that no one has to face life's challenges in isolation.
At its core, "You're Not Alone" delivers a universal message of comfort, empathy, and solidarity. Whether confronting grief, loss, loneliness, emotional pain, or mental health struggles, the song reassures listeners that support, understanding, and connection are always within reach.
Marks' signature vocal delivery brings exceptional warmth and sincerity to the lyrics, emphasizing the song's message of hope and healing. Performed as a duet with Dimitris Nezis, the combined voices create an even richer sense of intimacy and compassion, surrounding the listener with a feeling of reassurance. The result is a moving and deeply human musical experience that reminds us all of a simple but profound truth: you are never truly alone.
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Boston-based, multi-award-winning singer-songwriter Linda Marks creates music that speaks to the heart. Known for her lyric-driven songs, heartfelt melodies, and warm, expressive voice, she writes with a rare blend of vulnerability, wisdom, and compassion. A healer at heart, Marks uses music as a bridge to connection, exploring themes of love, resilience, hope, healing, and the shared human experience.
Often compared to Carole King for her intimate piano-based songwriting, Joni Mitchell for her emotional depth, and Norah Jones for her smooth, jazz-infused vocal style, Marks has built a celebrated career spanning 16 studio albums. Her music has resonated with audiences worldwide, earning recognition from the Global Music Awards, World Entertainment Awards, World Songwriting Awards, ISSA Awards, and numerous folk and alternative music charts.
Her latest release, Queen of the Angels, continues her tradition of creating deeply personal songs that inspire reflection, compassion, and hope. Featured by The Boston Globe, Boston Magazine, and NPR, Marks remains a respected voice in contemporary Americana and singer-songwriter music. She is a Voting Member of the Recording Academy, leader of the ISSA Boston/Northeast Chapter, and holds a Music degree with honors and distinction from Yale University.
