Sleep Walking Animals – “Wild folk”-The understated style of this track from start to finish is really appealing. I feel like a lot of folk today is in a hurry to get handclapping, but this track shows that a song can be spiritual …
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Three more Americana tunes to get your toes tapping
Tyler Lee Frush – “Western states”-I appreciate the unhurried nature of this song. It’s about love. It’s about heartache. The expressive guitar work on this one is fascinating. I am not entirely sure how the metallic sound is achieved here, but it works …
Three expressive new Americana tunes
Brandon Jenner – “There you are”-The softspoken vocal in the opening of the track will make you straighten up and pay attention. The haunting, lonesome guitar in the background makes you wonder where this is all going. The lyrics are introspective, philosophical, and …
Three new folk tunes to capture the promise of springtime
Frances Luke Accord – “Maria”-If this song feels familiar to you, it’s because we have covered it in the past. This is a new version, so we decided to go ahead and support it as well. There’s an energy in the strings and …
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Trace Kotik – “Hesitant” We have thoroughly been impressed with the music we receive from Israel. Truly, this is one of the surprising musical scenes in the world. Case in point, songwriter Trace Kotik. The artist pours talent on every slow burning moment …
Three genre-defying new tracks that you have to hear to believe
I used to write a feature on ETTG years ago where I would just throw together 10 tracks from a variety of different genres. I loved writing those and I miss the connections that would happen from that experience. Alas, forces beyond our …
Three classic folk singer songwriters to end the work week
Chris Considine – “Long lost friend”-This track has the kind of acoustic guitar work that folk fans love. It’s approachable, easy going, and allows the vocal to really shine. I don’t know anything about the characters in this story, but the song makes …
Three brand new Americana tracks for your enjoyment
Johnny – “Down the aisle”-If you’re looking for a classic two-step style track, give Johnny a spin. The classic composition here is definitely Americana. We’re happy to feature the sound. Everything from the smoky tone on the lead vocal to the brushes on …
Three captivating new songs, including a song of the year candidate from Kolby Knickerbocker
Kolby Knickerbocker – “Prayer”-The peaceful style of this track stood out to me instantly. It is a prayer. It is a meaningful, heartfelt prayer with piano and strings. The full production is absolutely incredible. I have to say that I was drawn to …
Three new folk singer songwriters for your midweek
Aaron Percy – “Trouble”-The layers of the acoustic guitar are very satisfying on this track. The vocal feels familiar and intimate throughout the track. The yearning of the lyrics meet the vocal style quite well. It’s a thoughtful and engaging writing style with …
