Pharis and Jason Romero live in Horsefly, a rural community home to some one thousand people in British Columbia. Over one hundred and fifty years ago, gold was discovered in the Horsefly River during the famous Cariboo Gold Rush, and subsequently, a small …
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Three folk singer songwriters for your mid-July enjoyment
Jennah Barry – “Venus in heat”-There’s an entire mood to this track that resonates with me. By that I mean that I literally get chills listening to this song. Something about it feels inherently like a 70s era pop song, yet at the …
Three remarkable new Americana tracks for your July playlist
Brian Douglas Phillips – “Trouble like you”-If you’re a fan of Americana music, Phillips should be a household name by now. His vocal and expressive writing style are quintessential examples of the genre in 2021. The easy going vibe brings in influences from …
Three more singer songwriters to grab your attention this weekend
Charli Adams – “Seventeen again”-If you’ve ever wanted to go back in time and see your old friends, this song will resonate with you for sure. It’s a song that hits on a sentiment I’ve definitely felt myself. In fact, I see faces …
Three singer songwriters to bring calm for your weekend
The Moors – “Waiting in line”-If you’re a fan of acoustic guitar work, check out this track from the Moors. It has a super chill energy to it that’s sure to connect with a lot of listeners. The lead vocal has a familiar …
Three folk songs you’ll want on your summer 2021 playlist
Hollow Coves – “Blessings”-If you’ve been following my folk coverage of late, you already know the name of Hollow Coves. We covered another track of theirs earlier this year and were thrilled to get another from these talented writers. The song itself is …
Three new singer songwriters with stories for the weekend
Space Nat – “Nightwalker”-There’s something about the unique blending of influences in this track that jumped right out at me on first listen. The vocal is good, of course, but the overall style feels like it brings together a wide range of styles. …
Three brilliant new folk tracks that you’ll want in your life
Grace Gonzalez – “Oh music”-From the opening of the track discussing James Taylor to the chorus highlight Cohen’s “Hallelujah,” the entire song is full of references to classic music. The underlying message is about the POWER of music. As someone who turned his …
Three singer songwriters to help you make it through the week
Leonard Herron – “Turquoise”-The first time I heard this song from Leonard Herron, I could immediately connect with the mood. It’s subtle, personable, and calm. Herron’s vocal is approachable, accessible, familiar even. The guitar work feels like a jovial brand of folk rock …
Three engaging new folk singer songwriters for your consideration
Jodie Nicholson – “Be back soon”-The atmospheric energy of this track is really remarkable, but at the core of the song is a wonderfully rich lead vocal. The lyrics are thoughtful and personal, but have a nice access point for anyone to connect …
