Morgantown – “Vegas”-I love these harmonies. Full stop. The review could end here. But you know what? It’s also just an amazing song with a gorgeous melody and interesting lyrics as well. If you’re a fan of acoustic folk music (you’re in the …
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Three brand new folk tracks from artists you will want to follow
Maggie Baring – “Jolene”-When a song has the iconic title of “Jolene,” I couldn’t help but wonder if it was a cover. It’s not. But you should absolutely still give this particular “Jolene” a spin because it’s really something special. It’s a song …
Three acoustic folk songs to move you to emotions this mid February
Darren Roy Clarke – “Dirty Face and a Broken Dream”-From the very opening fingerpicked lines of this song, I was interested. The subtle vocal work, especially with the harmonies, pull me in even more. It’s about intimacy, really. It’s a song about wanting …
Three fabulous tracks at the intersection of folk and Americana music
Genevieve Racette – “Same Old Me”-This is a beautiful song. Everything from the orchestral backing to the quality of the vocal all works incredibly well here. It’s a song that has a cinematic charm while also feeling beautifully accessible as all folk music …
Featured Singer Songwriter Single: A.Roc Beta – “Lead Me”
A.Roc Beta – “Lead Me”-This is a song about blind obedience. It’s also endearing, sweet, and enjoyable to listen to. The track is a part of the soundtrack for the film Remnant 2. Fans of calming acoustic folk music will find a lot …
Featured Acoustic Single: Ricki Wood’s Unique Storytelling on “Well, that’s alright”
Ricki Wood – “Well, that’s alright”-If you’re looking for an acoustic tune with a dash of folk and country mixed together, you’ll find a lot to like on this track from Ricki Wood. It’s a clever lyrical style that is bound to make …
Featured Acoustic Folk Single: Jimmy Nash – “You Got Me”
Jimmy Nash – “You Got Me”-Fans of a good acoustic love song will enjoy this new track from Jimmy Nash. To be honest, he reminds me a bit of another “Jimmy” by the name of James Taylor. The expressive acoustic lines do a …
Three folk singer songwriters for fans of calm, melodic music
Nanuk – “By the Ocean”-It’s hard to explain how a song can be so chill and have such a good groove at the same time, but this track from Nanuk really has the best of both worlds. The lyrical message focuses on the …
Three impassioned indie folk tracks that are sure to find a following from our readership
Thomas LaVine – “Make My Soul A River”-If you’re a fan of calm acoustic guitar work, check out this new song from Thomas LaVine. It’s a cathartic sway and a quality vocal that propels the song along nicely. The lyricism is poetic and …
Three engaging new Americana tracks to bring back a bit of that old fashioned charm
Nathan Evans Fox – “Some Lights”-There’s a lot to be said for good phrasing in a classic acoustic singer songwriter tune. Fox has that part figured out with this song. It just feels like you should believe every word he says. The guitar …
