Kris Allen – “It’s You I Like” (Mr. Rogers’ Neighborhood cover)-Look, I’m not saying this song is going to make you cry… but I’m not going to say it won’t, either. Kris Allen sings with a tenderness that is befitting of Rogers’ original …
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Three brand new tracks with dreamy, ethereal, almost mysterious energy (perfect for spooky season)
Kris Allen – “Thunderclouds (LSD Cover)” featuring Haley Reinhart-If you’re a fan of gorgeous, atmospheric music then you’ll find a lot to like about this brilliant duo from Kris Allen and Haley Reinhart. If those names seem familiar, it’s because they were both …
Three beautiful new folk tracks that are sure to bring some comfort
Good Morning Bedlam – “Letter to a Savior”-I’ve always liked the word “muse.” When someone inspires art in your life, it’s really a special feeling. Not everyone has the privilege of having someone who is their muse, but this song is about having …
Album Review: Loryn Taggart – The Lost Art of Pulling Through – gifted songwriter with a beautiful voice
There are a lot of ways to describe “singer songwriter” music. It’s not even a genre, really. But when you find a singer songwriter who can move you to emotions, the genre doesn’t really matter. I’m going to say something about Loryn Taggart’s …
Three indie folk songs that carry big emotions in a beautiful sonic package
Julia Hutchinson – “We Were Pretty”-This is a beautiful piece of songwriting about a past relationship. The lyrics are about when you look back on a relationship and think about all of the wonderful parts with rose colored glasses. The images are fantastic …
Three wonderful new indie folk tracks for your fall playlist
Belle Mt. – “Feathers”-When it comes to love songs, you can’t do much better than the tenderness of Belle Mt.’s latest “Feathers.” The expressive acoustic guitar leads to a beautifully reflective vocal that conveys a lot of passion. Even once the track moves …
Three acoustic folk singer songwriters that you’ll want to follow right away
Laureate – “adagio for a fleeting moment”-I wouldn’t say I “like” this song so much as I feel it in my bones. Everything from the delicate acoustic to the heartfelt lyrics all resonate with me. It’s a well-written song with a careful production …
Three Americana tunes that pull from the past to inform the present
John Davey – “Summer Nightwind”-When I first heard this track from John Davey, I couldn’t help but think of Andrew Combs. That’s high praise in these Americana circles. Everything from the guitar work to the vocal phrasing is at a high level on …
Three indie folk tunes with pop elements that make them stand out
Claire Hawkins – “Bad”-I really appreciate the quality of Claire Hawkins’ voice on this track. The lyrics are easy to follow and connect with. There’s a poetic sincerity to the track that makes it emerge from the crowd. Hawkins seems like the kind …
Three emotionally moving folk duos you *must hear* in 2023
The Sweeplings – “Can I Have Forever With You?”-If you’re a fan of folk duos, you’ll find a lot to like in this remarkable song from the Sweeplings. The vocal performance is particularly magical. The instrumentation is good, but the jazzy style of …
