Indie Folk is a genre that is original and sound worthy for all music lovers, and it’s mostly relaxing and positive. Indie Folk songs are a great addition to every playlist, since they often transition very nicely and they’re so pleasurable to listen to. Indie Folk songs are also quite interesting to hear. They use so many different sounds, ranging from guitar and bass, the synth, and drums. These songs are unique in perspective and fresh in sound. The newer form of the genre makes use of jazzy sounds mixed with old country, while staying true to the all around folk sound. Indie Folk Songs seem to be a mix between Elliot Smith and the early Beatles, with a pop feeling but deep meaning.
This music is great to listen to in a playlist, or as a studying aide. It’s fun to listen to, but not so demanding of your brain that you have to give it your full attention. The songs can be upbeat and friendly, sad and somber, or a pleasurable mix of the two exploring the gray space in between. The songs are a lovely addition to all iPod’s and can be used to just listen, or to make a hard day a little easier. When listening to this genre, you will discover its essence without it being spelled out, because it has to be experienced not always understood. Examples below…
Meghan Pulles is our featured artist this week. She is a singer/songwriter based in Brooklyn, NY. She never intended on pursuing a career in music, but after she discovered the healing properties that music can have she decided to start writing about it. She believes that music can be a “band aid” on our troubles […]
The Forks are Donovan Thorimbert and Hank Gimby. They’re a couple of dudes that are just “cruising down the Folky-Rock highway in a banj-o-mobile” as their Facebook page states. If you like the banjo and the genres of music that comes with it then stay tuned, you may like these guys! The Forks – Round […]
Patrick Ames has been on our website several times now for quite a few musical projects. He’s been releasing EP’s for a few years now. I’ve been a huge fan of Patrick’s music and I still am. Let’s dig in! Patrick Ames – All I Do Is Bleed I have a sincere appreciation for Patrick […]
James Lee Baker has a clean sound. He’s not really country, he’s not really rock…he’s sort of an Americana mix of a classic American sound. In his new single “Cowtown Blues” he brings out the shuffle beat with a harmonica, acoustic guitar and his voice and it brings a smile to my face. James Lee […]
Joe Carl is a new solo artist who recently released his first double single, No Money Left For Fun. The single consists of two separate tracks, both individually short in duration: “1974” is a mere one minute and twenty seconds; while the second track “Monochrome” is exactly two minutes long. Joe Carl’s debut double single […]
Bill Abernathy is a guitarist and singer/songwriter based in Kansas City, MO. If you’re into rootsy folk-rock with a bit of a political edge then keep reading! He’s influenced by Dan Fogelberg, CSN, Kenny Loggins and other artists in those genres but isn’t afraid to step out of the box. Bill Abernathy – Cry Wolf So, […]
Like Family, the EP from Americana Singer/Songwriter Patrick Ames, is a study in introspection. The San Francisco-based artist reflects on life, relationships, and purpose. Relying largely on MIDI guitar synth for texture, the EP traces periods of Ames’ life and finds him contemplative but generally content. In his own words: “The EP is dedicated to […]
Chris Garriott is a singer, songwriter, and guitarist from the East coast. We’ve written about and played his music before but we don’t really get to know someone until they come for a nice chat on our weekly show! Chris came out with a new song “Jennie Wade’s Lament” and so I thought it was […]
