Mary Mahaffey – “Wild”-There’s an approachable sincerity to this track that I liked right away. The phrase “wildly comfortable and comfortably wild” is just so perfect for youthful romance. The overall composition of the track feels easy going while also not quite like …
Category: Folk
Three brand new indie folk tunes to get some nostalgic vibes going
Benedikt – “You might remember”-The chill groove here is really wonderful. There are some psych rock elements blended into the mix here, but really the soul of the track is acoustic folk. The lyrics have a deep nostalgic sense about them, connecting with …
Three acoustic folk tunes that will stand out from the crowd
Mike Mangione – “Anastasia”-When I say that Mangione is one of the artists we’ve covered for a long time, that is no exaggeration. It’s a name that goes back to the earliest days of our site. Click play and you’ll understand why we …
Three indie folk tracks you will want for you Autumn calm playlist
Max Garcia Conover and Julia Arsenault – “Don’t let us get rich”-There’s a lot to say about the lyrical complexity of this song. Mostly, though, the song reminds me of the kind of plaintive folk songwriting that we’ve supported from artists like Joe …
Three indie folk tracks to get the emotions flowing
Dan Pallotta – “The mailman”-We’ve been suckers for narrative folk music for a long time. Pallotta’s style reminds me a bit of the mid-60s folk revival. When the orchestral elements come into the track, there’s an emotional element that really takes off. The …
Three folk singer songwriters to add to your Autumn playlist
Atli – “Waterfalls”-Everything from the guitar work to the vocal phrasing on this track is wonderful. The composition of the track feels like a comfortable warm blanket on a cool morning. It’s about seeking connection with someone who is no longer “singing along.” …
Three intriguing new singer songwriters on the rise
Lydia Kaseta – “I’m not in love with you”-The heart of this song is remarkable. The line “you shaped me into something that you thought that I could be.” Wow. It goes on developing this theme. It’s a song about someone falling in …
Three calming acoustic folk singer songwriters to bring in the Autumn Equinox
Tommy Ashby – “Beautiful day”-If you’re looking for a calming and peaceful folk song, check out Tommy Ashby’s latest track “Beautiful Day.” It’s about art and appreciating what is around you. The rhythm is faster than you might expect for the type of …
Three captivating acoustic singer songwriter tracks that are sure to impress
James Isaac – “Heartbroken, either way”-The word that comes to mind when I hear this song is “plaintive.” The acoustic guitar comes across as a gentle and comforting style. The vocal harmonies are delightful. It’s like an old fashioned style brought to the …
Throwback Album Review: Kelly Hunt – Even the Sparrow
I need to begin this review with an apology to Kelly Hunt. I’ve had this album sitting in a “to review” drawer for over two years. But going with the mantra “better late than never” I still want to share this remarkable album …
