John Calvin Abney – “Last Chance”-If you’re a fan of folk music that has a cool rock edge to it (think Rayland Baxter), then you’ll find a lot to like from John Calvin Abney’s music. Everything from the phrasing to the clear electric …
Category: Folk
Three tracks at the unique intersection of Americana and alt country
Nathan Evans Fox – “Hillbilly Hymn (Okra and Cigarettes)”-This is one of the most unique songs I’ve found in all of 2025. It does something that I absolutely love… blending the sacred and the profane. This is lived life for me; it’s not …
Three folk singer songwriters that remind us why subtlety is an art
Cole Swensen – “even though it’s not a lifetime”-When this track came up in my submission list, I stopped what I was doing to just listen. This doesn’t happen to me very often, but it sure did with this latest release from Cole …
Three delightful new tracks in the folk scene
The Pairs Music – “Little Light”-I’ve been a fan of the soft folk harmonies of The Pairs Music for a while now. This track fits within that style quite well. Fans of vintage and modern folk will find reason to love this song. …
Three folk singer songwriters to help bring chill vibes to your summer
Cole Swensen – “Viva La Vida” (Coldplay cover)-If you’ve been around my writing for any length of time, you know I’ve been supporting Cole Swensen’s music for a few years. He’s one of the most talented singer songwriters I’ve heard in years and …
Three outstanding folk singer songwriters who will bring a stillness and peace to you
Rowan Murphy – “Fault on the Line”-I’d have to go back and check, but I think I’ve already used all of the superlatives for a voice. I’ve said Every. Nice. Word. I know about Rowan Murphy’s vocal. Here we are again… me gushing …
Three new pop-flavored folk tracks that bring together different textures within the genre
Love, Alexa – “The Painter’s Wife”-If you’re a fan of genuine singer songwriters, there’s a lot to like about this sound from Love, Alexa. There’s a lot of emotion in the lyrical delivery here. The production is outstanding, blending aspects of folk and …
EP Review: The Sons of Guns – You Shine the Sun
If you’re a fan of the type of folk music we typically feature on this site, you’ll definitely want to check out this new EP from The Sons of Guns. There’s a real sense of momentum to these songs, moving along with an …
Three new folk tunes that are sure to capture your attention
Lorcan Nelson – “Easy Love”-If chill acoustic music is what you’re looking for, definitely check out this track from Lorcan Nelson. One of my favorite things about being a music blogger is getting music sent to us from all over the world. The …
Three new Americana tracks that echo with the sounds of the past
Joe Nolan – “Too Much Time to Kill”-If you’re a fan of authentic acoustic guitar with meaningful lyrics, you’ll find a lot to like with this new track from Joe Nolan. There’s a plaintive element to the delivery that feels minimalist in all …
