#folk-music

#folk-music

Oswald Huỳnh's composition A Prelude to Stars and their Massive Dying draws inspiration from Bach and reinterprets it through modern techniques, creating unexpected dissonance.

Ichiko Aoba's music is incredibly delicate yet steadfast, with an otherworldly folk sound heavily inspired by nature, spanning a 15-year career.

The San Francisco Free Folk Festival, running since 1977, is set for its 49th edition on July 12, 2025, celebrating folk music with performances and workshops.

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.

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.

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.

"Michael Hurley's music embodies the essence of vagabond America, connecting generations through the romantic myth of the transient lifestyle and musical authenticity."

"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."

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

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

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.

I feel as useless as a tree in a city park / Standing as a symbol of what we have blown apart.