The albums that define
new acoustic music.
Our picks for where to start with new acoustic music — with a one-line read on why each one matters.
Top new acoustic music artists
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The new acoustic music essentials
Twenty-four picks. Press play on any of them.
Don Ross
Robot Monster
A fusion of intricate guitar melodies and playful rhythms that captures whimsical storytelling.
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Don Ross
This Dragon Won't Sleep
Intricate fingerstyle guitar weaves through emotive melodies, creating an enchanting acoustic landscape.
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Michael Hedges
Taproot
A tapestry of intricate guitar fingerpicking entwined with ambient soundscapes and reflective melodies.
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Michael Hedges
Watching My Life Go By
Intricate guitar work intertwines with reflective lyrics, creating a serene yet poignant acoustic landscape.
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