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 …
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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 …
A little something for everyone – a variety playlist of new music
Tim Chou – “Worth the wait”-Tim Chou has an interesting acoustic style. His music is definitely an energetic and engaging pop acoustic flavor. If you’re looking for a track that goes down smooth with relatable “falling in love” lyrics, give it a spin. …
A folk singer songwriter playlist to help you relax and unwind this weekend
Oh Steady – “Wild side”-I really enjoy the plainspoken sincerity of Oh Steady. Something about this track reminded me of Ben Rector, who I love. There’s an energy to this track that feels both familiar and exceptional. The recording has a clarity that …
An entire list made up of folk music carefully curated by co-editor Greg Jones of EarToTheGround Music while playing a mean pencil-on-fake-wood-desk backbeat percussion part
by Greg Jones, who is still totally and 100% together Fransancisco – “What happens now”-So the title question here is really THE question. What happens now? Do I have to put on pants with a belt? (Please say no) Do we break the …
Grab your acoustic guitar and play along with these gems
Edward Doyle – “Yesterday” (Beatles cover)-When Doyle contacted me about this song, he said he didn’t think we’d cover it because it’s a cover. Well, I have to say that I don’t TYPICALLY feature covers, but this is not typical by any stretch. …
Introducing: Fern Maddie, roots and Americana
Fern Maddie – “Low and lonesome”-Years ago, when my friend and I started this website it was for one purpose; we wanted to tell other people about remarkable music. Fern Maddie makes the kind of spine-tingling, salt-of-the-earth, magic-in-string-vibration music that will stop you …



