Alexander Biggs – “I’ve been holding onto you for way too long”-There’s a fascinating pop folk spirit to this song. It’s a bit blues spirit when it comes to theme, but the sonic composition is definitely more in the pop realm. I definitely …
Category: Acoustic
Three hidden gems from the past year
Doppio – “The Battle”-There’s a delightful folk energy to this track. My favorite part is definitely the acoustic guitar. The vocals have an air of sophistication about them. This is the kind of folk music that will appeal to fans of Peter, Paul, …
Three creative takes on acoustic folk music for your midweek joy
Aaron Espe – “Free”-There’s a delicate, intentional delightfulness to this song. I appreciate the way that Espe’s voice bounces on the “top” of the recording. I can’t quite explain it in different words, but there’s a lighthearted peacefulness to this song that gets …
Three unique takes on the folk genre in early 2021 featuring Beta Radio, Joshua Radin, and Sam Stucky
Beta Radio – “Don’t leave me behind”-I’ve been a fan of Beta Radio for many years now, pretty much since we started blogging on this site. So it’s always a treat to receive their work in our inbox. This song though – oh …
Three acoustic singer songwriters with thoughtful, captivating new tunes
Zach Hood – “Flashbacks”-There’s an earestness to Zach Hood’s vocal and lyrics on this track that stopped me in my tracks. It’s about childhood trauma and a broken home. It’s unbelievably emotional. I find it impossible to listen to this song without being …
Three singer songwriters you’ll want on your playlists all year
Amber Kamminga – “3 AM”-The production on this track is outstanding. It’s clear that Kamminga has a great voice, which soars throughout the track. The easy going sentiments on the versus work well, but the vocal really shines on the chorus. The heartfelt …
Three remarkable folk singer songwriters for your winter playlist
Brother Ryan – “Broken Love”-Don’t give up on broken love. What a powerful sentiment. This song is beautiful and has a message that will make its way right into your soul. Brother Ryan’s vocal is well mixed on this track, having just the …
Three emerging folk singer songwriters for your 2021 new music playlist
Mindy Gledhill – “Bring me close”-This song is a dream. There’s a light, sweet energy to the composition that makes me feel like I’m among the clouds. The gentle, expressive “I could sing your name out loud…” whew! What a beautiful line, well …
Three new indie folk tunes to get your toes tapping in early 2021
Pinewood – “Steady hold”-Feel the jingly, jangly optimism of this track… it just hits right for early 2021. Something about the blending of the banjo and the synth works for us on this one. Typically this kind of “big folk production” doesn’t resonate …
Best For Last: Final Original Xmas Playlist
Broken Fires – “Winter Warmer” This is definitely a Holiday track we can get behind. Songwriting wise, this may be the best writing we have heard from a “Christmas” song this year. The clever lyrics should not be taken for granted, and deserve …
