Alexander Biggs – “I’ve been holding onto you for way too long”-There’s a fascinating pop folk spirit to this song. It’s a bit blues spirit when it comes to theme, but the sonic composition is definitely more in the pop realm. I definitely …
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Three folk singer songwriters for mid January
Billy Low – “One way flight”-I admire the sensibility of this track; it just feels like the vocalist believes the lines that he’s singing. There’s a gentle sincerity here that I don’t often hear in folk music. The calm, efficient approach of the …
Three hidden gems from the past year
Doppio – “The Battle”-There’s a delightful folk energy to this track. My favorite part is definitely the acoustic guitar. The vocals have an air of sophistication about them. This is the kind of folk music that will appeal to fans of Peter, Paul, …
Three unique takes on the folk genre in early 2021 featuring Beta Radio, Joshua Radin, and Sam Stucky
Beta Radio – “Don’t leave me behind”-I’ve been a fan of Beta Radio for many years now, pretty much since we started blogging on this site. So it’s always a treat to receive their work in our inbox. This song though – oh …
Three chilled out Americana tunes for your new week
Olivia Ellen Lloyd – “Loose Cannon”-This is an incredible song. I like every part of it. I like the acoustic guitar, the lead vocal, and especially the vocal harmonies. The lyrics are introspective and engaging. If you have ever looked back on your …
Three singer songwriters you’ll want on your playlists all year
Amber Kamminga – “3 AM”-The production on this track is outstanding. It’s clear that Kamminga has a great voice, which soars throughout the track. The easy going sentiments on the versus work well, but the vocal really shines on the chorus. The heartfelt …
Three folk rock tunes you’ll want to hear today
Darryl Rahn – “Don’t come over”-If you’ve been following ETTG for any length of time, you know we’re big fans of what Darryl Rahn is doing here. This new track is firmly in the chill folk rock genre, which we definitely appreciate. There’s …
Three remarkable folk singer songwriters for your winter playlist
Brother Ryan – “Broken Love”-Don’t give up on broken love. What a powerful sentiment. This song is beautiful and has a message that will make its way right into your soul. Brother Ryan’s vocal is well mixed on this track, having just the …
Three emerging folk singer songwriters for your 2021 new music playlist
Mindy Gledhill – “Bring me close”-This song is a dream. There’s a light, sweet energy to the composition that makes me feel like I’m among the clouds. The gentle, expressive “I could sing your name out loud…” whew! What a beautiful line, well …
Three new indie folk tunes to get your toes tapping in early 2021
Pinewood – “Steady hold”-Feel the jingly, jangly optimism of this track… it just hits right for early 2021. Something about the blending of the banjo and the synth works for us on this one. Typically this kind of “big folk production” doesn’t resonate …
