Folklore
Taylor Swift · 2020
67 min · 17 tracks · contemporary R&B · pop rock · synth-pop
A serene blend of indie folk and pop, woven with storytelling and introspective melodies.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- introspective melodies for reflection
- serene soundscapes for quiet moments
- storytelling that evokes nostalgia
- gentle pacing for evening unwind
- captivating narratives over warm instrumentation
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking high-energy tracks
- prefer standalone anthems
Where this album fits
- Themes
- small-town nostalgia· historical narratives
- Career context
- With 'Folklore,' Taylor Swift entered a new artistic phase following her pop-centric albums 'Lover' (2019) and 'Reputation' (2017). This album marked a departure into indie folk and alternative sounds, showcasing her songwriting prowess in a more subdued, reflective context amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Kacey Musgraves· Halsey· Lorde
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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Punisher by Phoebe Bridgers — Shares introspective storytelling with a blend of folk and indie pop aesthetics.Carrie & Lowell by Sufjan Stevens — Explores themes of nostalgia and personal history through delicate, reflective melodies.Wasteland, Baby! by Hozier — Combines lyrical depth with a serene atmosphere, echoing small-town narratives and emotional introspection.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 the 1 3:30
- 2 cardigan 3:59
- 3 the last great american dynasty 3:50
- 4 exile 4:45
- 5 my tears ricochet 4:15
- 6 mirrorball 3:28
- 7 seven 3:28
- 8 august 4:21
- 9 this is me trying 3:15
- 10 illicit affairs 3:10
- 11 invisible string 4:12
- 12 mad woman 3:57
- 13 epiphany 4:49
- 14 betty 4:54
- 15 peace 3:54
- 16 hoax 3:40
- 17 the lakes 3:31
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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