National Park Radio – “When the morning comes”-The lightness and life in this track emerges from the first note played. There’s an optimism to the lyrical vibe as well that I’m happy to support here. It’s a sound that reminds me a bit …
Category: Folk
Artist Interview: Folk duo Arbour Season on making music as travelling troubadours
Arbour Season are the husband and wife duo of Shane and Emily. If it seems like those two names flow together nicely it’s because they used to make music under that name in the past, but they’ve rebranded their musical sound into Arbour …
Three acoustic folk singer songwriters that are perfect for this late winter
Cole Swensen – “Maybe you never knew”-There’s something about Cole Swensen’s style that makes me always approve his music. The way the vocal is subtle yet still cuts through makes for a special sound. The artful, sincere acoustic work provides the core of …
Three captivating emerging singer songwriters – Cathartic Fall, Noah Derksen, and Christian Björk
Cathartic Fall – “All my love”-The copy for this track uses the phrase, “perfect for walking down the aisle.” I couldn’t agree more, honestly. It’s got this gorgeous energy to it. The atmospheric elements do a good job of setting the context for …
Three new folk rock tunes for your listening pleasure
Darcy Fox – “Your best”-The understated style of this track is really satisfying. The lyrics are penetrating and make for easy connection. The overall track stands out in a crowded genre by the sheer force of its authenticity. The opening is good, but …
Three indie folk tunes that will help you feel a sense of calm this weekend
Arbour Season – “Idaho”-This is a remarkable song that won me over right away. The easy going guitar work sets a nice base before two beautiful voices fill the spaces. It’s a song about the state of Idaho, but it’s also about how …
Three new folk singer songwriters to grab your attention
Stephen Babcock – “Sara”-This is a good song with a magical bridge. I really enjoy the sincerity and lyrical relatability of this song, but the harmonies on the bridge are absolutely wonderful. There are some strong nods in the direction of John Mayer …
Track Spotlight: Bonnie Raitt’s Grammy-winning “Just Like That”
Bonnie Raitt’s “Just Like That” showcases her exceptional talent as a singer-songwriter and guitarist. The song features her soulful and powerful vocals that evoke a range of emotions, and the lyrics are insightful, relatable, and delivered with sincerity. The instrumentation, including the bluesy …
Three acoustic folk tracks to make the past and present collide with beautiful music
Brook St. – “Steady steady”-The lyrical concept of this track rests on the concept of stability, steadiness, and consistency. It’s such an inspiring, beautiful image. The harmonies and overall structure of the song support the lyrical message quite well. The cascading harmonies on …
Three outstanding tracks with the tag “dream pop”
We’re going to try a little experiment on this post. We’re going to open up the comments. We would like you to consider weighing in to the genre here. Is this “dream pop” to you? Jacko Hooper – “Getting no place fast”-With glowing …
