Brother James – “Every day with you”-I’m a big fan of this melody. I can’t quite explain what it is that feels right about it, but it just does. There’s an accessible Randy Newman style to it that is quite charming. Beyond that, …
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Three unique takes on the folk genre in early 2021 featuring Beta Radio, Joshua Radin, and Sam Stucky
Beta Radio – “Don’t leave me behind”-I’ve been a fan of Beta Radio for many years now, pretty much since we started blogging on this site. So it’s always a treat to receive their work in our inbox. This song though – oh …
Three acoustic singer songwriters with thoughtful, captivating new tunes
Zach Hood – “Flashbacks”-There’s an earestness to Zach Hood’s vocal and lyrics on this track that stopped me in my tracks. It’s about childhood trauma and a broken home. It’s unbelievably emotional. I find it impossible to listen to this song without being …
Three captivating new singer songwriters
Karl Bray – “San Francisco”-There’s a vintage folk energy to this song that you’ll really appreciate. It’s got a 60s charm that brings that Laurel Canyon sound to the forefront. Bray’s vocal is smooth like he just stepped out of a recording with …
Three Americana tunes that’ll remind you of home
Carrie Welling – “Happy first”-This is the kind of song that you can play for anybody. We’ve all been there in one way or another. “Don’t you think someone should love me even if it ain’t you?” Amen to that. Welling’s quality vocal …
Three acoustic singer songwriters for your weekend
The Wortheys – “Doubt”-This is the exact kind of song you expect to hear when you click on an article on ETTG. It’s an acoustic folk tune with a fantastic lead vocal and clever lyrics. The overall composition is relaxing but still engaging. …
Here are five brand new tunes worthy of adding to your playlists
Plasi – “Remember”-I don’t know how Plasi keeps doing this, but he just writes music that connects with me. If you’ve ever reminisced on the early days of your relationship or (gasp!) perhaps one from the past, this song will resonate with you. …
Grab your acoustic guitar and play along with these gems
Edward Doyle – “Yesterday” (Beatles cover)-When Doyle contacted me about this song, he said he didn’t think we’d cover it because it’s a cover. Well, I have to say that I don’t TYPICALLY feature covers, but this is not typical by any stretch. …
YouTube Gem – Joseph – NYE (Live Performance)
Do you ever just listen/watch a song or YouTube clip over and over because it feels like it physically or mentally lifts you up? That’s what this version of NYE from the band Joseph did for me this week. I just needed it… …
Americana and folk music done right
A Choir of Ghosts – “Sinner in rapture”-This track feels as much metal as it is folk. Now don’t be scared by that description; instrumentally it is pure folk music. But what I mean is that there’s a drama to the piece that …
