Explore the definition, history and development of traditional folk music. Learn about influential artists of the genre and the various subgenres...
Day Three of San Diego’s Wonderfront Festival was a fantastic end to the weekend. With beautiful sunny weather, the waterfront venue was the perfect backdrop for a day of music and fun. Although it was Mother’s Day and attendance was a bit lower, the people who did show up were havi...
December 19, 2023 SHARE THIS: Year-End Top 5 Americana, an amalgam of shared musical traditions, continues to churn out new artists and records. The key ingredients haven’t changed—folk, jazz, gospel, etc.—but the new recipes are piping hot and delicious. These five al...
“Workin’ on a World,” written and performed by Iris Dement, won the International Folk Music Award for song of the year. Tracy Chapman, whose 1988 song “Fast Car” became a pop and country smash in 2023 for Luke Combs, received a lifetime achievement award. Joy Clark ...
Each evening on the ATB Main Stage and National Stage, dance or relax as you revel in the sounds of your favourite marquee artists and new discoveries. Take in an array of unique collaborative sessions and concerts Friday afternoon and throughout the day on Saturday and Sunday. Explore the is...
(the ringleader/conductor of TSHO), they began to discuss working on the music together. With Yorkston’s shift from guitar to piano, they thought about what other changes they could make to their process which led to the involvement of a guest singer and the legendary Nina Persson (The ...
Birdsong in classical music: how birds have influenced and inspired the great composers More of the best English folk songs 6. The Four Loom Weaver Origins:Northern England, 19th century This song, originally called 'The Poor Cotton Wayver', was originally published in the depression years follow...
Calling all folk, roots, and acoustic artists in England for the English Folk Expo, March 2025 in Manchester. Showcase your talent to global music industry representatives. Application deadline: 11th February 2024.
Folk Roots Radio - Folk, Roots, Americana, Singer/Songwriters & Blues... AND Artist Interviews. "We’re all about the music and the people who make it."
Folk Roots Radio - Folk, Roots, Americana, Singer/Songwriters & Blues... AND Artist Interviews. "We’re all about the music and the people who make it."