The Satellite Station – “Fear of the sea”-Seldom do we find a song that so eloquently pairs the melody with the meaning and lyrics of a song. The Satellite Station are an immediate “add” to our list of favorites around here with this …
Talented Indie Rockers The Racer Impress With “The Greatest”
Monroe, New York act The Racer has switched gears after an already impressive career. After releasing three full-length albums, including their 2016 Kickstarter funded GIANT which was produced by Dan Hannon of Manchester Orchestra fame. In the current musical landscape, the grinding act …
Get your toes tapping to this Americana playlist
Smooth Hound Smith – “Waiting for a spark”-If you’re looking for a timeless country-flavored Americana tune, SHS bring a really nice one here. The lead female vocal is really impressive, flavoring the entire track. Once it picks up it becomes a bit more …
Genre-defying Beauty from composer Brad Couture – “Lightleaks”
There really aren’t words for what you are about to hear when you click play on this song. It’s a dash of Sleeping at Last, a bit of Olafur Arnalds, but more than anything Brad Couture brings us inspirational, hope-filled cinematic music. The …
Top 25 Folk Music Blogs for 2019
We are excited to present our top 25 folk music blogs for 2019. These are arbitrary rankings from the musings of a fellow folk blogger. We look at style, depth of coverage, and frequency of posting. If you disagree with our list, feel …
Your Perfect Weekend YouTube Playlist
Julia Michaels – “Hurt Again” There is a lot to like about Michaels, regardless of your musical preference. The artist has already accomplished some major milestones, including working and writing for some of the biggest pop acts out there. Now, as she forges …
Subtle Pop Treasures for your Chill Weekend
Want to go on a Pop journey with me? We’ll start on the up and up… serve you some great vibes. Then, do you want to feel some feels? Cool. Me too. After that, it’s time to dance it out. Just close your …
A quick guide to Electro Pop goodness
The Modern Strangers – “Be Your Lover”-I can’t help but groove out when I listen to this track. It’s got a dash of disco and little bit of funk, but whatever you call it this is a fantastic track. I love the layered …
Alyssa Joseph Raw and Honest Songwriting
The music Philadelphia singer songwriter Alyssa Joseph is raw, engaging, and empowering. We always have space on our site to champion honest songwriters, and Joseph deserves every crafted work of praise. In “Leaning” listeners find an almost painfully honest artist who shares space …
A quick-hitting folk and Americana playlist featuring Wilder Woods and Grizfolk (among others)
Phillip Bronchtein – “Oregon Air”-I have made it publicly known that if I ever “run away from home” it will be to the PNW. Bronchtein’s brilliant atmospheric folk sound on this track helps explain why that’s where I’d go. Bronchtein’s wonderful baritone lead …
