Jason Piquette – “Fill”-The layers of acoustic guitar on this track are absolutely fantastic. I don’t often use the phrase “ear candy,” but this song really feels like that. It’s so rich and rewarding. I appreciate that the song dwells in the lyric …
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Three singer songwriters to make you think in early February
Streams of Thought – “Through my veins”-The easy comparison for Streams of Thought is probably Sleeping at Last. But I encourage you to look beyond that comparison and enjoy the subtle, expressive style of this music. The lead vocal feels familiar and comforting. …
Three emerging singer songwriters for your consideration
The Gills – “Windless sail”-I appreciate the throwback folk energy of this track. The harmonies remind me of something we might have heard back in the 60s or early 70s. I found the electric guitar solo to be particularly cool as well. The …
Three new singer songwriter tracks that you want on your 2021 playlist all year
Marie Naffah – “Wasteland”-If you like bluesy pop rock in the vein of Amy Winehouse, you’ll dig Marie Naffah’s music a great deal. Another good comp for this new track from Naffah is Grace Potter. The power in the lead vocal here is …
Three exciting new folk songs for late January
Jonny and Clyde – “Redbird”-Something about this track feels Old World to me. Then again, something about this song feels like 90s punk music as well. The combination, especially with the acoustic guitar root, feels really rewarding in the end. The whole composition …
Three folk tunes to put a smile on your mid-winter face
Yeardley – “Wilderwood”-Are you ready to clap? Get ready to clap, sing, and smile listening to this one. I was quite surprised I didn’t know this band, Yeardley, when I first heard this song. They’ve definitely got a ton of spirit behind their …
Three indie folk tunes to get your new week going
Jacob Weil – “It couldn’t wait”-I can’t quite decide if this is folk rock, folk country, or country flavored rock. Maybe it’s just Americana… and we’re okay with that. I have to say from first listen I appreciated Weil’s similarity to artists like …
Three creative and expressive new indie folk acts
Denson Camp – “There again”-If lush acoustic guitar work is your thing, you’ll find a lot to like about Denson Camp’s work here. This subtle and engaging piece of music is perfect for a coffeeshop playlist. The poetic lyrics will have you leaning …
Three thoughtful acoustic folk songs for a contemplative time
Brother James – “Every day with you”-I’m a big fan of this melody. I can’t quite explain what it is that feels right about it, but it just does. There’s an accessible Randy Newman style to it that is quite charming. Beyond that, …
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 …
