Tim the Lion Tamer – “Cold cold ground”-If you’re a fan of indie folk music that we’ve been featuring on this site from the day we started, you will already be familiar with Tim the Lion Tamer. This songwriting is absolutely phenomenal. Everything …
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Three tracks navigating the line between Americana and indie rock
Electric Candlelight – “Don’t turn”-When I found this track, I immediately sent it to a family member and said that it sounds like Creedence having a jam session with Led Zeppelin. He said, “spot on.” I love this sound that combines two iconic …
Three acoustic singer songwriters to bring calm this weekend
Odie Leigh – “Crop circles”-When I approved this song, I actually said, “how can I NOT approve this?” I mean it’s just so perfectly what we love about folk music. It’s timeless and beautiful, yet at the same time has this fresh energy …
Three singer songwriters smashing genre conventions for some fascinating new music
Noah Derksen and Brooke Palsson – “Look at me now”-Fans of the Chris Stapleton vibe in country music will find a lot to like about this song from Noah Derksen. That is to say it’s more Americana than country. It’s more soul than …
Three new folk songs that show that CSN harmonies live on in the next generation
SYML – “Sweet home”-The first time I listened to this song, I got chills. I immediately put it on my song of the year candidate list and then I melted in my chair. The easy comparison here is CSN “Helplessly Hoping.” I absolutely …
Three swoon-worthy tracks right at the intersection of folk and indie pop
Sound of Honey – “City”-If you’re looking for a relaxing style of indie pop music that feels like it’s influenced by folk music as well, give Sound of Honey’s impeccable “City” a chance. It’s an intriguing reflection on “getting away.” The image that …
Three Americana singer songwriters to catch your attention
Madeleine Kelson – “Joker”-This song immediately makes me think of three artists: Jason Isbell, Amanda Shires, and David Ramirez. There’s a sincerity in the recording that I absolutely admire. Kelson’s vocal has a smooth sound to it. It’s more smooth like whiskey than …
Three absolutely outstanding “next level” modern folk artists you need to hear!
Nanuk – “Waterlily”-From the first time I heard this track, I was awakened by the beauty. The acoustic work is absolutely stunning here. Then… the vocals. Oh my word. The comparison for me is another band we’ve covered a good bit here, Bear’s …
Three engaging Americana tunes for your Friday
Ludlow – “Take me back to July”-Sometimes I find a song and I think “there’s nothing I can say about this song… so I wish people would just click play and listen.” This is one of those songs. The vocal says everything worth …
Three singer songwriters who stand out from the crowd
John Fellner – “Love like you”-John Fellner has an amazing voice. The production balance on this track allows the personable vocal and lyrics to shine through. It’s about looking back on a relationship that was apparently pretty wonderful. The optimism in the acoustic …
