folk music
music meta-genre encompassing traditional folk music, contemporary folk music (evolved from the former during the 20th-century folk revival), and derivatives of these two branches
2051 artists in the catalog.
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Yuta
Russian chanson, folk rock
Carsie Blanton
jazz, rock music
Andy McKee
jazz
Margo Smith
country music
Leah Daniels
pop music
Maggie Walters
Missy Raines
bluegrass music
Sarah Harmer
pop music, rock music
Sally Timms
alternative country
Whitney Duncan
country music
Duo Ruut
Clare Bowen
Roza Rymbayeva
dance music, jazz
Shaman
Russian chanson, pop music
Satoko Shimonari
J-pop, anime song
Sofia Duhaime
pop music, rock music
About folk music
What is folk music?
music meta-genre encompassing traditional folk music, contemporary folk music (evolved from the former during the 20th-century folk revival), and derivatives of these two branches
Where should I start with folk music?
Start with "Lux" by Rosalía. It captures what makes folk music worth exploring.
What are the best folk music albums?
The folk music albums worth hearing first: "Lux" by Rosalía, "Holiday Inn" by Bing Crosby, "Safe Trip Home" by Dido, "Amor Amarillo" by Gustavo Cerati and "The Spirit Indestructible" by Nelly Furtado.
How many folk music artists are there?
northsound.fm covers 2051 folk music artists, each with a recommended starting album and listening path.