Three new Indie Folk tracks that will remind you why you love the genre (as much as we do)

Mirabelle Skipworth – “This House”
-Sometimes when I’m processing submissions, a song gives me chills and makes me stop right in my tracks. That happened with this song (and has happened with every subsequent listen). I don’t pretend to know what spiritually or existentially causes this, but I know it when I feel it. There’s something alive in this performance. On the surface, I love the piano. I adore the quality of the lead vocals and the way the harmony vocals create such depth. The lyric, “it’s ok, you’re home now” is delightfully reassuring and sweet. It carries a lot of weight for anyone who has been home, who keeps a home, and/or who seeks a home. I feel like I could listen to this a thousand more times and get something new from it each listen. I probably will.

Karen Dahlstrom – “Last of My Line”
-Every once in a while, I hear a song that I wish I could let my ancestors hear. This is one of those songs, a timeless expression that feels like it could have been written 100 years ago, or any moment in between. The sincerity of the lyrical style – about being the end of an ancestral line – has this emotional depth to it that is instantly poignant. There’s a depth to the vocal that seems equally important, like it carries the efforts of people who loved, fought, and lived for generations. The line, “don’t know what heaven has in store, but if I meet the ones who came before, I’ll say I took my light and I made it shine. I’m the last of my line.” Amen and amen. I adore the spirit and expressiveness of this track honestly more than words can express. It feels genuine, heartfelt, and real.

Lost Lot – “Noah”
-If you’re a fan of expressive folk guitar work and sincere vocals, this track is sure to stand out right away. There’s something endearing about the melody here that pulls me in with every listen. The harmonies on the chorus are excellent. The lyrics are about guidance, direction, and parenting. The core lyric about how “you can only be the best that you can” is such a good reminder. Even as a grown man, I need to be reminded of this regularly. I’m sure there’s a good comparison for the lead vocal here, but I can’t quite put my finger on it. There’s an energy in the guitars that feels a bit like Creedence, but the vocals are more in the Edward Sharpe territory. It’s a cool sound and you should give it a spin.