Simone Ledet – “ghost”-From the opening guitar strum of this song, I was awestruck. There’s a captivating energy here that pulls me in right from the start. The energy of the song is simultaneously rising, while feeling a bit held back. The chorus, …
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Three outstanding new indie folk tunes that will have you wanting to cozy up with a good book and a cup of tea
Jason Piquette – “Aspen”-There’s something about Jason Piquette’s whispery vocal style that makes this song feel insanely cozy. The easy going acoustic guitar work here sets a lovely mood and the vocal keeps it nice and chill. The repeated lyric, “as long as …
Three exceptionally good tracks at the intersection of folk and Americana that you’ll be telling all your friends about soon
Marley Hale – “The Ballad of Spider John”-If you’re a fan of carefully picked acoustic guitars and delightful lead vocals, definitely give this track a spin. It’s a narrative, sure, but it’s also got this cathartic energy to it that feels like sitting …
Three excellent folk singer songwriters that will stop you in your tracks this mid-June
Joseph G. Thompson – “Belong Here”-I don’t always relate to people singing about life as a musician, on the road and all that. But I’ll tell you what, I believe Joseph G. Thompson that he’d rather live his life out on the road. …
Three exceptional folk singer songwriters that will remind you why you started following this site
Alexander Gallant – “Fishes for the Seabirds”-If you’re a fan of dynamic fingerpicking and acoustic guitar excellence, definitely click play on this track. It’s a sound that feels both subtle and richly rewarding. Gallant’s vocal is also delightful, straightforward without being overzealous. Gallant …
Three indie rock tracks to bring some energy to your early summer playlists
Cap’n Marble – “Han Solo”-If you’re looking for a unique rock energy, definitely click on this new track from Cap’n Marble. I was blown away by the unconventional production elements that make the sound stand out. The comparison that immediately pops into my …
Three wonderful new Americana tracks you’ll want to add to your playlist right away
Matt Wolf – “Living’s a Loan”-If you’re a fan of folk storytelling songwriting, the first thing I can say is that you’re in the right place. This song has a dreary almost Johnny Cash style of sincerity to it. Wolf’s writing is a …
Three outstanding new tracks that show the versatility of FOLK ROCK as a genre
Theo Kandel – “The Station”-If you’re a fan of rolling rock energy, definitely click play on this one. I’ve been featuring Kandel’s music for a few years now and it’s easy to hear why I keep saying yes. The lyrical agility here reminds …
Three new tracks at the intersection of folk and Americana
Lillian Leadbetter – “Move the Moon”-I’m not sure how they recorded this track, but it captures an intimacy that you’ll rarely hear. It’s almost like the lead vocal is whispered into the microphone, yet it’s somehow perfectly in tune also. This is delicate …
Three new indie folk artists that you’ll want to follow as they rise up the charts
Daniel Del Russo – “Holding Onto Hope”-This is a delightful, charming piece of songwriting. The acoustic guitar holds a wonderful energy that is both welcoming and feels like you should sit back and just listen. Something about the thumping rhythmic structure that propels …
