Bobhowla, the Southport-based band led by the ever-thoughtful Howard Doupe, has spent the past few years quietly carving out a niche with their emotionally charged, genre-blurring sound. With a knack for weaving together folk, indie, and dream-pop elements, Bobhowla’s music feels like a deep dive into the human condition—introspective yet universally resonant.

Their debut album, Everything’s Wrong, But It’s Alright, earned them critical praise for its raw honesty and atmospheric layers. Described by Liverpool Sound and Vision as “sheer maturity and resolute determination,” the record leaves listeners craving more of their melodically poignant storytelling.

Now, Bobhowla are gearing up to release their second album, What You’ve Lost Isn’t Failure, recorded at The Arch in Southport and produced by long-time collaborator Rod Jones.

Their sophomore effort promises to push their sound further, delving into themes of loss, resilience, and the quiet strength found in setbacks. It’s an album set to remind fans that sometimes, the things we lose pave the way for unexpected growth.

Bobhowla continue to captivate audiences with live shows that have been called “a masterclass in emotional connection” (RGM Magazine), often leaving audiences spellbound. Getintothis praised their “intense, yet tender” performances, while Bido Lito! raved, “Bobhowla’s live energy is utterly magnetic.”