The Old Ghost Folk – “Sunrunner”-There’s a gritty, rooted Americana vibe to this song that pulled me in right away. That’s the thing that separates a decent song from a good one for me is the ability to make it truly stand out. …
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Three exciting new indie folk tunes for your weekend
Thomas Lavine – “Bridges”-If you’re a fan of acoustic folk music, Lavine’s latest “Bridges” will be sure to appeal to your ear. The song connects a traditional folk energy in the opening to more of an experimental rock style later in the track. …
Book Review: Nick Awde, Singer-Songwriters Vol.1
Featuring David Cousins, Arlo Guthrie, Iain Matthews, Ralph McTell, Al Stewart, and Richard Thompson Fans of singer-songwriters throughout history will love this first volume of an ambitious project from UK author Nick Awde. The book shows a unique interview style highlighting singer-songwriters with …
Three modern indie folk tunes for your Monday
Black Match – “June”-This track has a lot of that optimistic folk energy that was made popular by bands like the Lumineers a few years back. But don’t let that keep you from locking into the lyricism and meaning of this track. Yes, …
Three folk tunes to set the tone for your week
Corn Nut Creek – “The house is falling down”-The mesmerizing banjo work in the opening of this song feels like a lonely mountain home. There’s a certain “high lonesome sound” about this song that put a smile on my face right away. It …
Three brand new songs for folks with an eclectic taste in music
Nicsaan – “Shadow”-I enjoy when a song like this doesn’t really have a genre. Is it folk? Probably. Is it also a singer songwriter with something to say? Also yes. Does it grow into an epic indie pop song that makes me want …
Three enjoyable new folk tracks
Freedom Fry – “Not with a bullet”-If you’re looking for folk music (you’re in the right place!), you’ll love Freedom Fry. Their bright harmonies and timeless melodies are every folk fan’s dream. This piece about love not being conquered with violence seems extraordinarily …
You decide if these are folk or country music – an indie playlist for discerning fans
Drew Hart – “Crescent”-Of course the guitars are at the heart of this track, but there’s also this beautiful steel guitar that changes the vibe completely. The understated vocal will having you thinking more of smoke-filled Nashville bars than the arenas of “pop …
A ten-song playlist of emerging singer songwriters
Albert Jones – “See you when you get there”-I really like the cool mix on this track. I guess you’d say it’s bluesy, even though the message is more optimistic than sad. I keep coming back to the term “cool” when I listen …
An Americana playlist for this chilly spring
Shayler and Brooke – “At sea”-If duo Americana music is of interest to you, slow your scroll and click play on this tune. Shayler and Brooke come together for a timeless banjo and guitar song that will draw your interest. But it’s the …
