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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Folk, fiddles and foot-stomping: how gen Z rebooted old-school Norwegian music

Tuvas Blodklubb has opened up folk music experiences to a broader audience, notably the LGBTQ+ community, distinguishing it as a modern, inclusive venue for young people.
NYC music
#martin-carthy
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fromThe Washington Post
4 weeks ago

To father-daughter duo Martin and Eliza Carthy, folk music is full of soul

Martin Carthy embraces his 84th birthday with a new album and ongoing performances, highlighting the importance of creativity and connection with audiences.
Music
fromThe Washington Post
4 weeks ago

To father-daughter duo Martin and Eliza Carthy, folk music is full of soul

Martin Carthy embraces his 84th birthday with a new album and ongoing performances, highlighting the importance of creativity and connection with audiences.
#music-history
SF music
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Roberta Flack's 11 Essential Songs

Roberta Flack was a transformative pop-soul artist who adeptly reinvented classic songs with her powerful and nuanced vocal delivery.
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fromPitchfork
2 months ago

Ted Lucas: Ted Lucas (Extended)

Ted Lucas' sole album, once a hidden gem, is finally getting a permanent reissue, revealing its enchanting music to a broader audience.
NYC music
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

An Early Bob Dylan Recording Hits the Auction Block

A 1961 recording of Bob Dylan's early performance is up for auction, marking a historical moment in his rise to fame.
NYC music
fromOpen Culture
1 month ago

Watch Bob Dylan Make His Debut at the Newport Folk Festival in Colorized 1963 Footage

Bob Dylan's first appearance at the 1963 Newport Folk Festival marked a significant moment in folk music history.
SF music
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Roberta Flack's 11 Essential Songs

Roberta Flack was a transformative pop-soul artist who adeptly reinvented classic songs with her powerful and nuanced vocal delivery.
Music
fromPitchfork
2 months ago

Ted Lucas: Ted Lucas (Extended)

Ted Lucas' sole album, once a hidden gem, is finally getting a permanent reissue, revealing its enchanting music to a broader audience.
NYC music
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

An Early Bob Dylan Recording Hits the Auction Block

A 1961 recording of Bob Dylan's early performance is up for auction, marking a historical moment in his rise to fame.
NYC music
fromOpen Culture
1 month ago

Watch Bob Dylan Make His Debut at the Newport Folk Festival in Colorized 1963 Footage

Bob Dylan's first appearance at the 1963 Newport Folk Festival marked a significant moment in folk music history.
#im-with-her
NYC music
fromConsequence
2 months ago

I'm With Her announce new album Wild and Clear and Blue, 2025 tour

I'm With Her announces new album 'Wild and Clear and Blue' and 2025 North American tour with a first single 'Ancient Light.'
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fromConsequence
2 months ago

I'm With Her announce new album Wild and Clear and Blue, 2025 tour

I'm With Her announces new album 'Wild and Clear and Blue' and 2025 North American tour with a first single 'Ancient Light.'
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fromConsequence
2 weeks ago

12 Albums to Stream Today

New music releases this May include albums from Kali Uchis, Sleep Token, and mclusky, highlighting a diverse range of styles and emotions.
#music-legacy
NYC music
fromSuggest
1 month ago

Another Beloved Singer-Songwriter Has Died: Michael Hurley Was 83

Michael Hurley, influential folk artist, passed away at 83, leaving behind a legacy of 31 albums and a significant impact on the indie music scene.
NYC music
fromSuggest
1 month ago

Another Beloved Singer-Songwriter Has Died: Michael Hurley Was 83

Michael Hurley, influential folk artist, passed away at 83, leaving behind a legacy of 31 albums and a significant impact on the indie music scene.
#music
from48 hills
1 month ago

Win a pair of tickets to see Las Cafeteras at Sweetwater Music Hall, Sat/3 - 48 hills

Las Cafeteras are a sonic explosion of Afro-Mexican rhythms and powerful rhymes that remix roots music as modern-day troubadours, creating a vibrant sound for all ages.
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fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
1 month ago

A Grimm 'Iron Jo': Send in the puppets * Oregon ArtsWatch

The unifying ethos of Iron Jo's production seems to be this: Use the tools you have at your disposal. This DIY sensibility mirrors the play's moral message.
Arts
fromThe Wire Magazine - Adventures In Modern Music
1 month ago

"An exercise in possibilities": Ryan Meehan remembers Michael Hurley - The Wire

"Michael Hurley's music embodies the essence of vagabond America, connecting generations through the romantic myth of the transient lifestyle and musical authenticity."
Music
#live-performance
#michael-hurley
NYC music
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Michael Hurley, a Singer Both Eccentric and Inspirational, Dies at 83

Michael Hurley, a revered folk musician, passed away at 83, leaving a significant influence on younger artists and a legacy of timeless songs.
NYC music
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Michael Hurley, a Singer Both Eccentric and Inspirational, Dies at 83

Michael Hurley, a revered folk musician, passed away at 83, leaving a significant influence on younger artists and a legacy of timeless songs.
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

The Evolution of a Folk-Punk Hero

"When I dream of the future, I see an arm full of holes, empty pockets, and a bleeding nose, hacking up a lung filled with blood and tar."
NYC music
fromPortland Monthly
1 month ago

5 Portland Record Labels to Know

Record labels often mirror industry trends; however, in Portland, indie labels uniquely preserve cultural heritage through diverse music cataloging, transcending typical market practices.
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fromwww.cntraveler.com
2 months ago

In Kathmandu, Finding Notes of Commonality in Nepali Folk Music

The connection between traditional bluegrass and Nepali folk music is profound, as both were born from impoverished communities seeking solace through song.
NYC music
fromConsequence
2 months ago

Hannah Cohen Breaks Down New Album Earthstar Mountain Track By Track

Hannah Cohen's fourth album, Earthstar Mountain, showcases her unique soprano voice, blending lush folk with psychedelic melodies and inspired by local mushrooms and nature.
NYC music
fromThe New Yorker
2 months ago

What to Watch That Isn't "The White Lotus"

I feel as useless as a tree in a city park / Standing as a symbol of what we have blown apart.
NYC music
NYC music
fromHarvard Gazette
3 months ago

A conversation with Gabriela Ortiz - Harvard Gazette

Gabriela Ortiz draws on Mexican folk music to create impactful, award-winning orchestral compositions that address social issues.
#legacy
NYC music
fromConsequence
3 months ago

Blondshell shares folky new song "Two Times"

Blondshell's new single "Two Times" explores the concept of easy and healthy love, questioning the value of conflict in relationships.
SF music
fromMission Local
3 months ago

Faith Petric, S.F. musician and activist, gets posthumous ovation in new documentary

Faith Petric was a key figure in the Bay Area folk music scene, whose life filled with activism is celebrated in the documentary 'Singing for Justice.'
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

You have to get behind the song': singer Sam Amidon on fronting Bon Iver, schooling Paul Mescal and the new folk revival

Amidon reflects on his Vermont upbringing, emphasizing a life steeped in folk traditions and a deep connection to music rather than popular culture.
Music
#bob-dylan
History
fromSmithsonian Magazine
5 months ago

The Real Story Behind 'A Complete Unknown' and Bob Dylan's Early Career, From His Arrival in New York City to When He 'Went Electric'

Dylan's arrival in New York marked the beginning of his transformative journey in music and self-discovery.
Miscellaneous
fromIrish Independent
4 months ago

A Complete Unknown review: Timothee Chalamet puts in performance of the decade in Bob Dylan biopic

The film presents a raw and authentic portrayal of Bob Dylan's evolution amid societal upheaval and personal challenges, avoiding typical rock biopic clichés.
Miscellaneous
fromtime.com
5 months ago

A Complete Unknown Misses a Key Part of 1960s History

The clash between Bob Dylan and Pete Seeger illustrates the broader cultural shift from politically charged folk music to a new, less politically engaged sound.
Writing
fromtime.com
5 months ago

A Complete Unknown Celebrates the Dazzling Unknowability of Bob Dylan: Man, Legend, Jerk

Dylan is portrayed as an ambitious but flawed character navigating early fame and relationships in New York City.
Writing
fromThe Nation
4 months ago

The Importance of Being Pete

Dylan's journey in A Complete Unknown showcases the shift from political expression in folk music to personal creativity in his electric phase.
History
fromSmithsonian Magazine
5 months ago

The Real Story Behind 'A Complete Unknown' and Bob Dylan's Early Career, From His Arrival in New York City to When He 'Went Electric'

Dylan's arrival in New York marked the beginning of his transformative journey in music and self-discovery.
Miscellaneous
fromIrish Independent
4 months ago

A Complete Unknown review: Timothee Chalamet puts in performance of the decade in Bob Dylan biopic

The film presents a raw and authentic portrayal of Bob Dylan's evolution amid societal upheaval and personal challenges, avoiding typical rock biopic clichés.
Miscellaneous
fromtime.com
5 months ago

A Complete Unknown Misses a Key Part of 1960s History

The clash between Bob Dylan and Pete Seeger illustrates the broader cultural shift from politically charged folk music to a new, less politically engaged sound.
Writing
fromtime.com
5 months ago

A Complete Unknown Celebrates the Dazzling Unknowability of Bob Dylan: Man, Legend, Jerk

Dylan is portrayed as an ambitious but flawed character navigating early fame and relationships in New York City.
Writing
fromThe Nation
4 months ago

The Importance of Being Pete

Dylan's journey in A Complete Unknown showcases the shift from political expression in folk music to personal creativity in his electric phase.
#peter-paul-and-mary
fromLos Angeles Times
8 months ago

For Natalia Lafourcade, playing the Hollywood Bowl again is the next step in her storied journey

In recent years, Lafourcade has blended traditional Mexican music with modern genres, infusing her work with emotional depth and cultural significance, captivating a wide audience.
Music
Music
from24/7 Wall St.
8 months ago

Millennials Can't Get Enough of These Popular Folk Music Artists

Folk music has revived among Millennials, especially post-COVID-19, as both a listening and creative outlet.
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