Children of Indigo – “College Kid”-You might not be college age and think that you won’t relate to this song, but it’s definitely a song for everyone who as been in that late teen early 20s age group at some point. It’s got …
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Three acoustic singer songwriters to get your week off to a beautiful start
Olivia De Melo – “I need you”-This song has an immediately satisfying acoustic guitar part that connects seamlessly with a gorgeous lead vocal. The production quality is absolutely outstanding. This is the kind of music that makes me feel all sorts of warm …
Three beautiful genre-blending and genre-bending tracks for your consideration
Hayden Miles – “Oh Penny”-I don’t know the story behind this song’s genesis, but I really appreciate how clearly the vocal comes through. The bluesy pop rock style establishes a groove that’s easy to enjoy for listeners of a wide variety of genres. …
Three enjoyable new indie folk tunes you’ll want on your playlists immediately
Keston Cobblers Club – “Mrs Dixon”-The acoustic guitar fingerpicking in the opening of this song is really pleasant. The song takes on a unique energy with a tuba and some beautiful energy. The vocal harmonies work really well. This is definitely the kind …
Three beautiful examples of modern indie folk music
Mo Kenney – “With you”-There’s nothing I can say to prepare your ears for the gorgeous harmonies you are about to hear when you click play. From a production standpoint, I have to say I am thrilled that they get right to the …
Three folk singer songwriters that remind you why you follow this site
Asher Mohr – “Leaving”-The finger picking on the acoustic guitar here is really comforting, but the lyrics… whew… these lyrics are going to tug on your heart. It’s about leaving, of course, but it’s also about looking back at being with someone being …
Three new indie folk songs that connect the past and the present
The January Lanterns – “Lantern of Love”-There’s a real charm to this song. From the first time I heard it, I felt something that was both old time and very new. The combination of accessible lyricism and colorful instrumentation makes for a really …
Three singer songwriters to play by the fireside this cold weekend
Dom Louis – “Send your loving”-Something about a clear electric guitar captures my attention right at the beginning of a song. Then the vocal enters this wonderful track and Dom Louis suddenly becomes an artist that I need in my playlists. There’s an …
Three talented new folk artists that you’ll want in your playlists this week
Ocie Elliott – “Coming home”-If you’ve been around our folk coverage in the past year or so, you know that we have featured Ocie Elliott a few times. Click on this song and it’s easy to hear what makes the sound so great. …
Three truly unique Americana track showing the breadth of the genre
Sad Daddy – “Arkansas Bound”-When I accepted this track, my first thought was “wow, this singer sounds a lot like Melissa Carper.” Then, after I read who was in the band, I realized that my ears did not betray me; it is Melissa …
