Kate Elpo – “be-longing”-From first listen of this track, I was impressed by the way the relatively minimal composition held my attention. The vocal is absolutely beautiful. The acoustic guitar is mesmerizing. By the time the stand up bass line enters the track, …
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Three folk singer songwriters to guide your week
Joey English – “Haven’t been myself”-Any song that talks about monsters in the first line gets a quizzical look from me. But what makes this new track from Joey English so good is the way that it just comes across as so honest. …
Three engaging folk songs for your weekend
Michael Bernard Fitzgerald – “Good plates”-The phrasing of this song is unlike anything you’ve ever heard before. It’s a song about getting together with friends, something we don’t get to do much with the world the way it is. I love how the …
Three new country tunes you won’t hear on the radio (but you should!)
Regan Stewart – “Drop dead gorgeous”-If you miss the old days of dirt-kickin’ tough ladies in country music, then take a spin with this Regan Stewart track. It’s full of all the vim and vigor of a woman defending her man from a …
Three bluesy singer songwriters you need to hear
Emi Meyer – “Space”-When I first clicked play on this track, I was surprised by the bluesy energy of Emi Meyer’s writing and vocal. It has a beautiful commercial polish, while still feeling authentic to the blues. It’s a bit like the Michael …
Three acoustic folk tunes to bring you calm
Thomas Lavine – “Rivers”-This is a peaceful and engaging tune. The opening vocal is really inviting and good. Once the harmonies enter the track, I felt like I was transported to a magical place. There’s something sweetly moving throughout the track, like reading …
Three Americana tracks that’ll put a smile on your face
Skyway Man – “Old swingin’ bell”-These lyrics are hilarious and amazing. Imagine a gospel tune about drinking a stiff drink. It’s really great. I love everything about the spirit and style of this track. The throwback energy is excellent. I feel like I …
Three remarkable folk tunes to improve your week
The Paper Kites – “For all you give” (ft. Lucy Rose)-We cover a lot of folk duos around here, so it’s really something when one stands out like this. It’s a beautiful, thoughtful, engaging style. The peaceful delivery of each vocal line works …
Summer 2020 Singer Songwriter Virtual Festival – Part 8
Emma Halpin – “Cupid”-Stop reading and listen.-Okay now you are allowed to read again. Fans of Dodie Clark and Tessa Violet can have a brand new artist to love in Emma Halpin. From the first time I heard this song my mouth actually …
Three folk tunes to satisfy your soul
Jakob Leventhal and Sarah Jarosz – “Greenwich Village Ghosts”-This is a beautiful song performed by two exceptionally talented songwriters. I didn’t know much about Leventhal until I found this track, which is absolutely stunning. The composition has this conversational phrasing that works well. …
