Marley Hale – “The Ballad of Spider John”-If you’re a fan of carefully picked acoustic guitars and delightful lead vocals, definitely give this track a spin. It’s a narrative, sure, but it’s also got this cathartic energy to it that feels like sitting …
Category: Folk
Three excellent folk singer songwriters that will stop you in your tracks this mid-June
Joseph G. Thompson – “Belong Here”-I don’t always relate to people singing about life as a musician, on the road and all that. But I’ll tell you what, I believe Joseph G. Thompson that he’d rather live his life out on the road. …
Three exceptional folk singer songwriters that will remind you why you started following this site
Alexander Gallant – “Fishes for the Seabirds”-If you’re a fan of dynamic fingerpicking and acoustic guitar excellence, definitely click play on this track. It’s a sound that feels both subtle and richly rewarding. Gallant’s vocal is also delightful, straightforward without being overzealous. Gallant …
Three indie rock tracks to bring some energy to your early summer playlists
Cap’n Marble – “Han Solo”-If you’re looking for a unique rock energy, definitely click on this new track from Cap’n Marble. I was blown away by the unconventional production elements that make the sound stand out. The comparison that immediately pops into my …
Three new tracks at the intersection of folk and Americana
Lillian Leadbetter – “Move the Moon”-I’m not sure how they recorded this track, but it captures an intimacy that you’ll rarely hear. It’s almost like the lead vocal is whispered into the microphone, yet it’s somehow perfectly in tune also. This is delicate …
Three new indie folk artists that you’ll want to follow as they rise up the charts
Daniel Del Russo – “Holding Onto Hope”-This is a delightful, charming piece of songwriting. The acoustic guitar holds a wonderful energy that is both welcoming and feels like you should sit back and just listen. Something about the thumping rhythmic structure that propels …
Three wonderful tracks at the intersection of indie pop and folk music
Elizabeth and the Catapult – “When the Doctor Needs a Doctor”-This is one of those songs that feels like it is both timeless and incredibly prescient. There’s something about the instrumentation and pacing that reminds me a bit of Fleetwood Mac, yet there’s …
Three acoustic folk songs that will remind you why you love this genre so much
Highland Express – “Yellow Moon”-The buoyant energy of this acoustic folk track by Highland Express captures my attention with every listen. The guitar features prominently as the main backing instrument, but the full band carries the load here. The vocal has an understated …
Three energetic folk singer songwriters for fans of Hozier and Noah Kahan
Eric Kane – “right by my side”-There’s a magnetic energy to this track that spoke to me right at first listen. Something about the vocal quality feels like you’ve been listening to Kane for years, even if this is your first time clicking …
Three remarkable story-telling Americana tunes that will leave an impression on you
Noah Derksen and Lori McKenna – “Mercy on the Skyline”-I don’t remember exactly what I said the last time I reviewed Noah Derksen’s music, but I know I’ve liked everything he’s sent me. It’s easy to hear why in the opening of this …
