How to get into contemporary folk music
contemporary folk music: music genre northsound.fm covers 98 contemporary folk music artists with curated starting points for each.
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What's the best way to get into contemporary folk music?
Start with Kris Kristofferson's "Border Lord". It's one of the most accessible and representative entry points into contemporary folk music.
Who are the best contemporary folk music artists to start with?
Some of the best starting points for contemporary folk music include Kris Kristofferson, Tommy Emmanuel and Värttinä. Each has a dedicated listening guide on northsound.fm.
What is contemporary folk music?
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