SkyBells – “Hike up the valley”-When you tell your friends you listen to “folk music” this is what they think of. It’s quaint, plodding acoustic music. The harmonies are infectiously enjoyable. It feels like something you could hear in the mountains of the …
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A singer songwriter playlist perfect for the coffee shop
The Simple Truce – “Be right here”-This song is right in my wheel house. I love male-female folk duos and The Simple Truce are the best example I’ve found of this sound in 2019. If you’re a fan of the movement that felt …
A mid-week music potpourri – new music with something for everyone
**Editor’s Note: If you tell us your favorite track on this playlist on either Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram we will consider that artist for a FULL ALBUM REVIEW. Nominate your favorites today! Ben Strawn – “See in color”-Ben Strawn has the perfect balance …
Album Review: Corey Kilgannon – As Above, So Below
Known for his politically charged and witty songwriting, Corey Kilgannon might be the most intelligent, fascinating songwriter I’ve found in years. His name has been floating around the indie music scene for a while, but this 2019 release As Above, So Below is …
Six new folk songs showing off creative textures within the genre
Ghostpipes – “Fall”-There’s an aggressive alt rock feel to this track, even though it fits into the folk world in its own way. I admire the way the mix puts the vocal at the forefront. It reminds me of music from artists like …
3 Contemplative Songwriters For Your Fall Playlist
Will Samson – “Flowerbed“ It is difficult to describe “Flowerbed” without using words like timeless, dreamy, and beautiful. The expansive and deliberate sound comes from an artist who is at a crossroads. After the sudden loss of his father, and struggling with shades …
Album Review: Jeremiah Daly – SPIL.
Jeremiah Daly is one of my favorite songwriters. When I found out that Daly released a 2019 album, I ran to listen to it and was not disappointed. There’s a thoughtful style to his acoustic-based songwriting that continues to sooth my soul. In …
Promising folk artists for Autumn 2019
McKenzie Lockhart – “Pasadena”-Stop what you are doing and pay attention to this song. I don’t want you listening to this in the background. It’s so well done. The syntax is perfect for the genre. The guitar work is gentle and interesting. The …
A ten-song FOLK playlist to get you through the Autumn chill
We Are All Fossils – “Merry Go Round”-If you’re feeling the chill of the season, grab a warm drink and listen to this delightful folk tune. The strings in the opening instantly make me feel better. As I listen to the lyrics, I …
Album Review: Jordie Lane – Glassellland
No, that’s not a typo. The album title is really Glassellland. What does that mean? I can’t say that I’m sure. But why am I covering the album? Because it’s delightfully complex, compellingly well written, and sounds like how a good glass of …
