Salt Tree – “She’s the one”-There’s an acoustic folk energy here that emerges for me. I rarely find music in this genre produced this well, but it really stands out. The lyrics are minimalist and meaningful. Anyone who has ever been enamored by …
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Three indie folk tracks to put a smile on your face
Noah Floersch – “Pretty sure”-There’s an optimism to this track that puts a smile on my face with each listen. The acoustic energy at the heart of the track is definitely intriguing for me. The lines feel genuine, expressive, and even a bit …
Three indie pop tunes that make you feel alive
Jordan Prince – “I wish I hadn’t got stoned”-Jordan Prince is writing some of the most exciting indie rock music right now. There’s a lightness and energy to this track that really pops in a genre that can sometimes be so hollow. I …
Three excellent folk songs to get your week off to a great start
Jakob Leventhal – “Purple Everywhere”-I appreciate the chill energy of this acoustic folk track. Leventhal’s vocal is just subtle enough to be understandable, yet understated enough to be soothing. The instrumentation feels incredibly comforting on this one. The overall color of the piece …
Three indie folk songs for your Friday
Tomo – “Coffee Cups and Cigarettes”-If you’re looking for a nice relaxing acoustic song, definitely put this one on. It’s a bit sad, actually, but the calming style of the guitar makes it a lovely song to hear. Hopefully the writer found a …
Three indie folk tracks for your late summer
Harpers – “Shine on me again”-The balance in the opening of this song is really appealing. The organ lays a base that feels authentic and moving. The vocal does a good job of nestling into the sound without being overbearing. This style reminds …
Three indie folk tunes you have to hear to believe
Farewell Teddy – “And so it goes”-The vocal harmonies on this track remind me of some of the classic folk bands of the 60s like CSNY. The lead vocal on this song is really well delivered with the high harmony making it pop …
Three new indie folk tunes to keep the genre alive
The Sea The Sea – “Stumbling Home”-There’s a beautiful chemistry between the duo voices of The Sea The Sea. There’s a delicate quality to the recording that pulls me in right away. The sparing production work is perfect for the overall style. Something …
Three brand new indie folk tunes to make your midweek
SYML – “The Dark”-We’ve covered SYML in the past and it’s easy to hear why we keep saying yes. The intimacy in the recording style is fascinating. The purity of the vocal is absolutely the central point of the tune. Something about this …
Three indie folk tunes to get your toes tapping
Fever Dolls – “From dusk to dawn”-The guitar work in the opening of this song is enough for a yes from me. Then the lead vocal enters the track and it goes from “good” to great. There’s a sense in this track that …
