10) The Wildwoods – Dear Meadowlark-The first track on this album is the title track “Dear Meadowlark” and it will take you about 10 seconds to hear why I love this sound. It’s a beautiful vocal track with an intricate folk spirit to …
Monthly Archives: December 2025
2025 Song of the Year, 10-1
10) Gal Musette – “Broken Clock”-I’m going to start off this top 10 with a real heartbreaker. There’s no way to describe this song without talking about Gal Musette’s incredible vocal style. It’s intimate, almost prayerful in its sincerity. The plaintive expression, “this …
2025 Song of the Year, 20-11
20) Jason Piquette – “Drop the Gun”-This song is the perfect start to our top songs of the year. The opening line is, “I’m not afraid to die if my soul stays alive…” The song is a lyrical cry for help. It’s absolutely …
Three new releases from site favorites Cole Swensen, Jeffrey Martin, and album of the year candidate Mia Wilson
Cole Swensen – “Heal”-If you happen to know me in real life, then you’ve probably heard me talk about Cole Swensen. I’ve been talking about his music for about two years now, I think. I’ve interviewed him and featured almost every track he’s …
Three new tracks at the intersection of folk and pop music that will put a big smile on your face
Alexa Kate – “Forever”-If you’re a fan of indie pop music, then you’re definitely on the right website. I’ve been featuring music in this subgenre for a few years and it continues to impress me with new sounds like this excellent track from …
Introducing a pair of new ROCK tracks that will have your jaw dropping on first listen
Preen – “No Surprise”-Look, I’ll be honest I get real picky here near the end of the year. I am ready to get to the end of year lists and turn over a new leaf. But… sometimes a song like this comes along …
Featured Bluegrass Single: BB Bowness – “Can I Go Home With You”
BB Bowness – “Can I Go Home With You”-If you’re a fan of traditional bluegrass, you might find it difficult to locate “new music” that tickles your fancy. Well, I’m eager to tell you about BB Bowness and this latest track “Can I …
Three wonderful new singer songwriters who will have you finding a new sense of calm
Noah Hayward – “Take Me Home”-If you’re a fan of calm acoustic work, then definitely click play on this wonderful new track from Noah Hayward. It has a delicate energy to it that certainly connects on first listen. Hayward has the kind of …
Featured Single: Felix Tandem – “Hey Now (Back to the 90s)”
Felix Tandem – “Hey Now (Back to the 90s)”-If you’re an 80s kid who spent formative years in the 90s, this song will certainly connect. The style feels like a bit of a Matchbox 20 vibe, but the lyrics are absolutely spot on …
Three wonderful folk artists that will help you cap off the year (before going full holiday mode)
Ford Huntington – “Willie”-I tell people all the time that we curate narrative folk music here. And honestly, this track from Ford Huntington is exactly what I mean. It tells a story right from the opening. The acoustic guitar work is outstanding. I …
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