Olivia Zegers – “Taller”-There’s something special in Olivia Zegers’ vocal tone that won me over right from the start. It’s not too much of a stretch to say she’s in the Lizzy McAlpine style. The easy going, nostalgic element of this track is …
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Three outstanding new tracks in the alt country and folk rock subgenres well worth your time
Bryse Taylor – “Nitwit”-Bryse Taylor is one of those artists that I find myself saying yes(!) every time he sends something over. (Seriously, he’s 4 for 4!) The overall style of this track captures elements of folk rock, with this plodding rhythmic style …
Three new tracks in the folk and folk rock genres that you’ll want to add to your late summer playlist
VANCAMP – “House Parties in the Avenues”-From the first time I clicked play on this track, I knew it was one that fit with the sound we curate here. The melodic structure feels satisfying and the lead vocal is solid. The overall energy …
Featured Single: Judah and the Lion – “Gravel Roads”
Judah and the Lion – “Gravel Roads”-To be honest, Judah and the Lion are one of those bands that make me pinch myself. You mean they want US to write about their music? Crazy. I have been writing about this band for years. …
Three folk pop tracks that will brighten your weekend
Alex Siegel – “My True Friend”-If you’re looking for a subtle, easy going bit of folk songwriting, definitely cozy up next to this track from Alex Siegel. The opening lines are good, but honestly for me it’s the layered vocal on the second …
Three gifted folk singer songwriters that will bring some light to your midweek
Belle Shea – “Gift”-I try not to lead reviews with simple emotional responses, but honestly… I love this song. In the first line, I got chills (both when I processed and then when I sat down for coverage). I did two things before …
Three outstanding new folk rock tunes that you’ll want for your playlists (also a link to our NEW folk rock playlist)
Bryce French – “Settle Down”-Okay this is not some narrative trick — I literally had to go add this song to the song of the year candidate list before I started the review. That’s how highly I think of this track. Click play …
Five wonderful new folk and Americana tracks we discovered on the submission platform Groover
Wild Earp – “Florida Lee”-Ok I’m admittedly a sucker for play on words, so the “Florida Lee” and “fleur-de-lis” works really well. Instrumentally, the steel guitar kind of steals the show for me on this one. The vocal is great, sitting right in …
Three captivating love songs that show the versatility of the style; singer songwriters with their hearts on their sleeves
Bronson Campbell – “Here With You”-This is a love song to the millionth degree. I mean, I know that a love song is “just” a love song, but what I mean is that this is a really captivating love song. At the outset …
Three new indie folk tracks to start your week off right
Daniel Del Russo – “Grow”-I’ve covered Del Russo several times in the past few years and it’s easy to hear why I keep saying “yes.” The production is clear and the guitar is charming. The vocal does a nice job of conveying lines …
