On September 5th 2025 we will find out what happens, when three Scottish musicians take on a timeless classic and create their very own new version of it. NATHAN EVANS and the brother duo SAINT PHNX deliver a fresh take on "Cotton Eye Joe" that transforms the traditional dance tune into a modern folk story. From a beautiful and calm beginning on a "pink sky misty morning," the song unfolds a cautionary tale of a mysterious stranger and a heartbroken man. On this track, Nathan Evans' folk-inspired vocals meet the signature sonic power of SAINT PHNX to create a modern anthem for heartbreak. The lyrics pull you straight into the story of betrayal and a lost love, bringing the classic folk tale into a new era.
If it hadn't been for Cotton-Eye Joe,
I'd been married long time ago.
Where did you come from, where did you go?
Where did you come from, Cotton-Eye Joe?
She left me alone with nowhere to go,
Spent my life tryna bring her back home.
Where did you come from, where did you go?
Where did you come from, Cotton-Eye Joe?
The trio masterfully blends their styles to create a powerful, emotionally charged sound that resonates with both old fans and new listeners. When Nathan Evans and SAINT PHNX came together for "Cotton Eye Joe," they created more than just a song—they ignited a new musical journey. Previous release “Arabella” was the first taste of a full-length collaborative album, "Cotton Eye Joe" is the highly anticipated next chapter. This one-of-a-kind partnership blends traditional folk storytelling with powerful, modern production. This fusion is set to take their unique sound to a whole new level, and it’s a collaboration fans have been waiting for.
As the trio puts it on social media:
“200 years old. Countless versions. But none like this.”
Well – maybe none quite like it, but we will be more than ready to sing along!
What’s better than a Scottish singer-songwriter who fills our playlists with one catchy tune after another, thanks to his unmistakable sound? Exactly – three Scottish songwriters joining forces to deliver the ultimate feel-good summer anthem, transporting us straight to the magical world of Scotland. And who are these three lads? NATHAN EVANS and the brother duo SAINT PHNX, of course. So, what’s the name of the track that’s set to sing its way into everyone’s hearts and heads? ARABELLA – out on June 27, 2025!
With ARABELLA, NATHAN EVANS and brothers Alan and Stevie Jukes from SAINT PHNX aren’t just releasing a single. This track marks the beginning of something bigger – the first taste of a collaborative album by the three Scots. No wonder fans across the globe are buzzing with excitement about a full-length record that’s set to take Scottish sounds and folk vibes to a whole new level.
If you see her
Will you tell her
I’ve been searching low and high
The fields of Aberfeldy
To the hills of Kintyre
Arabella, Arabella
She is always on my mind
She looks just like an angel
But the devil in disguise
When NATHAN EVANS belts out a heartfelt “Oh Arabella” alongside the unmistakable sound of SAINT PHNX, one thing becomes crystal clear: this song hits you straight in the heart – exactly what fans have come to expect from the singer who’s been a staple of the international music scene for the past five years. And now, with the signature sonic power of SAINT PHNX backing him up, he’s raised the bar once again. Or, as he cheekily put it under an ARABELLA snippet on social media:
“Just 3 Scottish lads writing music and dancing around trees to promote it … Nothing to see here!”
Well – maybe nothing to see. But plenty to hear!