Carrie Welling – “Happy first”-This is the kind of song that you can play for anybody. We’ve all been there in one way or another. “Don’t you think someone should love me even if it ain’t you?” Amen to that. Welling’s quality vocal …
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Artist Interview: Folk singer songwriter Darryl Rahn tells stories that sound good in the car
If you’re a fan of eloquent lyricism and quality guitar work, you should take a few minutes to learn about the exceptional songwriting of Darryl Rahn. We covered his work on the site a few times, so I decided to reach out to …
Three engaging folk songs for your weekend
Michael Bernard Fitzgerald – “Good plates”-The phrasing of this song is unlike anything you’ve ever heard before. It’s a song about getting together with friends, something we don’t get to do much with the world the way it is. I love how the …
Three bluesy singer songwriters you need to hear
Emi Meyer – “Space”-When I first clicked play on this track, I was surprised by the bluesy energy of Emi Meyer’s writing and vocal. It has a beautiful commercial polish, while still feeling authentic to the blues. It’s a bit like the Michael …
Summer 2020 Singer Songwriter Virtual Festival – Part 9
Kyle Morgan – “And you”-This is an artful piece of music that is equal parts orchestral folk as it is intriguing poetry. I appreciate the way that I can personally relate to the lifestyle described here. It’s got an unconventional approach to the …
Three acoustic folk tunes to bring you calm
Thomas Lavine – “Rivers”-This is a peaceful and engaging tune. The opening vocal is really inviting and good. Once the harmonies enter the track, I felt like I was transported to a magical place. There’s something sweetly moving throughout the track, like reading …
Summer 2020 Singer Songwriter Virtual Festival – Part 8
Emma Halpin – “Cupid”-Stop reading and listen.-Okay now you are allowed to read again. Fans of Dodie Clark and Tessa Violet can have a brand new artist to love in Emma Halpin. From the first time I heard this song my mouth actually …
Summer 2020 Singer Songwriter Virtual Festival – Part 7
Ivory Lane – “December”-I can’t get enough of Ivory Lane’s vocal quality. In the indie music world there are a wide range of voices, but Ivory Lane might be one of the best. I think the easy comp here is someone like Adele, …
Summer 2020 Singer Songwriter Virtual Festival – Part 5
Jacob Callum – “Done with me yet”-The acoustic guitar work on this track is really good. Once you get to the chorus of this song, though, Callum’s vocal really excels as well. The composition is really nicely balanced between atmospheric elements and the …
Summer 2020 Singer Songwriter Virtual Festival – Part 4
Joe Parsons – “Pilot”-If you’re looking for a singer songwriter that creates something you have never heard before, give Joe Parsons a spin. There’s some delightful folk energy in the opening, but as the song develops it hits on several other genres. The …
