From the very start of this EP, I found myself captured by the quality of the acoustic guitar work. This is the type of upbeat positive vibes we love when it comes to folk. Even when the lyrics are a bit more melancholy, …
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Three indie folk tunes with pop elements that make them stand out
Claire Hawkins – “Bad”-I really appreciate the quality of Claire Hawkins’ voice on this track. The lyrics are easy to follow and connect with. There’s a poetic sincerity to the track that makes it emerge from the crowd. Hawkins seems like the kind …
Featured pop folk single: Jake Adler – “Happy home”
Jake Adler – “Happy home”-The stylistic comparison for this track is probably the Lumineers “Hey ho” or Phillip Phillips “Home.” Those aren’t songs we typically chat about around here, but to be honest this song is really catchy. I appreciate the sincerity in …
Three must-hear new folk tunes, including the latest single from Hollow Coves
Hollow Coves – “Lonely nights” ft. Priscilla Ahn-Every once in a while, a folk band strikes a perfect balance on a track that soothes and inspires. This track from Hollow Coves immediately stood out in a crowded folk scene because of the sense …
Three indie pop tracks rooted in folk stylings
Fort Vine – “Say hello”-There’s an energy to this track that I really appreciate. It’s got almost a vibration to it that puts a smile on my face. The chill energy here reflects the feel good folk of bands like Edward Sharpe and …
Three pop-flavored folk tunes for your Friday hangout
Simon Alexander – “Gloria”-There’s a calming energy to this track that won me over from first listen. Alexander is an artist we’ve featured in the past, so I wasn’t surprised by his great voice. But I was happy to connect with the group …
Album Review: Noah Mroueh – ARK EP (Winner NMF Ep. 42)
Noah Mroueh writes with a style that I find addictively good. There’s a nice, airy feel to his melodies and the guitar really soothes the listener. You might compare him with Jason Reeves or even a band like Needtobreathe in a sense. Let …
Album Review: Wild Skies – From Far Below (NewMusicFriday – Ep 37 winners)
If you like pop folk music, you need to hear this album from Wild Skies. I absolutely adore their sound and harmonies. It’s a delicious and addictive pop folk style that keeps me coming back for repeated listens. The album opens with “Fumes …
Artist Interview: Nashville’s Emerging Folk Trio The Arcadian Wild
Nestled in the landscape just south of Nashville, Tennessee is the bucolic campus of Lipscomb University. That school served as the matchmaker for the three talented artists who make up The Arcadian Wild and has served as a bit of a refining fire …
Album Review: Jenny & Tyler – Of This I’m Sure
Album Review: Jenny & Tyler – Of This I’m Sure Jenny and Tyler‘s album Of This I’m Sure is one that absolutely could have made my top 20 albums of 2015. I regret only that I got to it a few weeks too late. But …
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