The music of the songwriter known as Amos the Kid has became more relevant during the last few months. The introspective songwriter’s sound is filled with yearning and loneliness, while capturing a moment in time. “The themes of this record seem to have …
Category: Folk
Storytelling songwriters to catch your attention
Missy Bauman – “Two sisters” [Trigger warning – sexual abuse]-The minimalist composition of this track is really intriguing. It works well for Bauman’s sincere lyrics to shine through on the track. But this song is really a tragic tale of abuse. I think …
A folk singer songwriter playlist to help you relax and unwind this weekend
Oh Steady – “Wild side”-I really enjoy the plainspoken sincerity of Oh Steady. Something about this track reminded me of Ben Rector, who I love. There’s an energy to this track that feels both familiar and exceptional. The recording has a clarity that …
An entire list made up of folk music carefully curated by co-editor Greg Jones of EarToTheGround Music while playing a mean pencil-on-fake-wood-desk backbeat percussion part
by Greg Jones, who is still totally and 100% together Fransancisco – “What happens now”-So the title question here is really THE question. What happens now? Do I have to put on pants with a belt? (Please say no) Do we break the …
A delightful mix of new music for your weekend
Matt Van – “Gossamer girl”-I appreciate the relaxed acoustic style of this track. It is a soothing style. The familiar vocal style of Matt Van feels like someone you’ve heard before but I can’t quite think of any specific comparison. It’s a relaxing …
The show-stoppin’, toe-tappin’, make-the-most-of-your-quarantine New Music Variety Playlist – Episode 1
Compiled by Co-editor Greg Jones, who is completely not at all even close to losing his mind. Dylan McCarthy – “Mosquito”-So you’re saying you like bluegrass? Americana? Old timey music? Well spin this pickin’ and a-grinnin’ tune about the most annoying insects in …
Quarantined Folk to Comfort Your Soul
Dylan Hartigan – “My Island” Perhaps the most current of the song titles we have come across, “My Island” is a beautiful folk ballad. Isolated and all together lovely, the songwriter is prepping his debut which may have been pushed back due to …
Some incredible 2020 new music ready for your discovery
Johnny Ashby – “If I was an island”-I’ve been a big fan of Ashby since the first time I heard his music. There’s a lonesomeness (or sincerity?) in his voice that I find really comforting. It’s a bit of what I love about …
Albert Kass Crafts Dreamily Needed Tunes
Albert Kass – “Darling” “Darling” is the dreamy track we need right now. It’s hopeful and sentimental style shows a budding talent ready to win over hearts and ears. With the acoustic guitar backdrop, the track seems much fuller and richer than the …
Let’s keep the new tunes spinning, friends
Sean Christopher – “Indigo blue”-I really like the composition of this piece. Both the energy of the acoustic guitar and the lead vocal style. The entire feel is really comfortable in a unique way. I find the backing vocals to create a sense …
