Aris Karabelas

Aris Karabelas is a singer-songwriter and guitarist crafting emotionally resonant indie folk-rock shaped by textured arrangements, vivid storytelling, and a wide-open heart. As the creative force behind Nom De Plume, Aris has spent years developing a sound that blends folk-rock warmth with experimental edge — a style praised by Rolling Stone Argentina for its “intricate textures” and “melancholic tone.”

His songwriting anchors Nom De Plume’s catalog, including the band’s 2025 album *Circle the Dream*, which debuted at #142 on the NACC Top 200 and earned national airplay across college, community, and AAA radio. Aris has performed throughout the U.S., bringing his ethereal, emotionally charged songs to audiences from Baltimore to Boston and across multi-state tours.

As a solo performer, Aris offers a flexible, intimate version of his sound — performing stripped-down arrangements of Nom De Plume’s music alongside new material that highlights his lyrical sensitivity and dynamic guitar work. Whether appearing alone or with a rotating ensemble of supporting musicians, Aris delivers performances that move between quiet vulnerability and cathartic energy, inviting listeners into the emotional landscape of his songs.