Katy Hurt – “Sounds good in a bar”-Every once in a while I hear a song that stops me in my tracks. That happened with this lovely song from Katy Hurt. The eloquent combination of earthy, accessible storytelling with a clear vocal style …
Category: Acoustic
Three folksy singer songwriters for your late 2021 must-hear playlists
Nathan Evans Fox – “Some things are coming back again”-In a world where country music is pop music, this feels more authentically country than anything I’ve heard in a minute. Fox writes with a sincerity that feels like the genuine article. The relaxing …
Three atmospheric singer songwriters to add to your favorite playlist
Brody Schenk – “Somewhere somehow”-If you’re looking for a calming acoustic style, you won’t find many better than Brody Schenk. The expressive style keeps the listener engaged from the opening. The phrasing reminds me a little of Darryl Rahn, who we have covered …
Three excellent new indie folk songs that will stop you in your tracks
Jacksonport – “Scenes from Bellevue Park”-The fingerpicking on this track is sure to make a lot of folk fans smile. But the lyrics… oh my word… I don’t know who to compare this to. Dylan? Townes? Kristofferson? Some of all of them? It’s …
Three Americana tracks to remind you how great the genre really is
Ian Jones – “Liars, Criminals, Beggars, and Thieves”-When I first clicked play on this track, I thought I stepped into a time machine from the classic 60s folk rock era. Then I thought… actually this is more like a modern style of folk …
Three singer songwriters to soothe your soul
Hello Darling – “From me to you”-The folk duo harmonies are beautiful on this track. Something about the dance between the acoustic guitar and the piano really works well here. The combination of these different elements make for a folk sound that I …
Three new Americana tunes to remind you of the old days
Luke Ford – “Moldy Sandwich”-I really didn’t think I’d be a fan of a song about a moldy sandwich, but the expressive electric guitar right in the opening definitely captured my attention. The vocal harmonies on this track are outstanding. The combination of …
3 Of Our Favorite Rising Songwriters
Orly Raquel – “Chaos and Bones” Orly Raquel is one of our favorite artists currently. Her ability to compel listeners into her own expertly crafted sonic space, is rare. The enigmatic songstress shows a slow burning seduction on “Chaos and Bones”. The track …
Album Review: Andrea von Kampen – “That Spell” – Extraordinary folk songwriting
Andrea von Kampen is a site favorite, so folks who are familiar with our site will know the name well. If you’ve recently discovered von Kampen’s writing, do settle in for a gorgeous adventure. The style is beautifully satisfying, lyrically rich, with a …
Three new singer songwriters for your weekend playlist
Peter Stone – “Atlantic”-There’s a relaxing energy to this composition that immediately stands out to me. It’s clear that the songwriter Peter Stone brings a calming sense to his composition from guitar to vocal. The easy going energy works really well from start …
