Folk Punk

Folk punk is a dynamic genre that fuses the storytelling tradition of folk music with the energetic rebelliousness of punk. Characterized by driving rhythms, acoustic instrumentation (often featuring guitars, accordions, and fiddles), and raw, emotive vocals, folk punk emerged in the 1980s, particularly in the UK and US. The genre gained momentum in the 2000s, with a key era of popularity spanning from the late 1990s to the early 2010s. Folk punk's cultural significance lies in its ability to merge working-class sensibilities with anti-establishment fervor, often addressing themes of social justice, politics, and personal struggle. Drawing from Celtic folk, Appalachian string band, and punk traditions, folk punk distinguishes itself through its raw energy, literary lyrics, and eclectic instrumentation. Unlike other punk subgenres, folk punk's emphasis on storytelling and acoustic textures sets it apart, making it a unique and captivating force in the music landscape.

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Songs From The Yonder
Album - 11 Tracks - Released May 9, 2025

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AJJ
Adjust the Sails
Alvin és a Mókusok
American Slang
Any Two Words
Appalachian Anarchy
Ashley Hutchings
Bastard Bearded Irishmen
Bobby's Oar
Bryan McPherson
Bumsy and the Moochers
Cara Tivey
Carrie Nation and the Speakeasy
Caveman & The Banshee
Ceschi
Charlie Egg
Chuck Ragan
David Dondero
Dead Pollys
Dropkick Murphys
Elias Rønnenfelt
España Circo Este
Evan Greer
Fifteen
Foolish
Fossilheads
Frank Turner
Frontier Trust
Ghost Factory
Grace Rogers
Holy Pinto
Houseworth
Jeffrey Lewis
Jess Silk
Jesús Negro y Los Putos
Jewish Monkeys
Joe Bartel
Joe DeVito
Johnny 2 Fingers & the Deformities
Jonasz Gubera
Josh Thomas
Joshua Bond
Kampen
Kiełas
Laura Jane Grace
Les Bredelers
Levellers
Lisa Knapp
Liz Overs
Matt Pless
Matt Squire
Myles Bullen
Negative XP
PET NEEDS
Paddy And The Rats
Paper Ceilings
Pedals On Our Pirate Ships
Penikmat Soto
Pet Symmetry
Pigeon Pit
Pretend Friend
Primitive Monkey Noose
Propagandhi
RENT STRIKE
Rats
Ravetank
Rodeo Boys
Roger Harvey
SKOMOROH
Schëppe Siwen
Skinny Lister
Skontra
Socialist
Sunny War
Süperstar Orkestar
TURBOBIER
Tall Travis
The Cundeez
The Deadlians
The Devil Makes Three
The Feelgood McLouds
The Hajj
The Men They Couldn't Hang
The Menzingers
The O'Reillys and the Paddyhats
The Pogues
The Singing Loins
The Taxpayers
The Trainjumpers
The Wild
This Frontier Needs Heroes
Tomorrow Bird
Will Varley
Willy Cobb
ZETAK
carolesdaughter
casper allen
Голос Омерики
Мамульки бенд
Рви Меха Оркестр
Dropkick Murphys
The Devil Makes Three
The Mountain Goats
The Pogues
Frank Turner
Propagandhi
The Moldy Peaches
Kiełas
The Taxpayers
carolesdaughter
AJJ
Billy Bragg
The Menzingers
ZETAK
Against Me!
Jeff Rosenstock
The Bridge City Sinners
BlimE!
Matt Squire
Days N Daze
Bears In Trees
Harley Poe
Pet Symmetry
Negative XP
Levellers
The Narcissist Cookbook
The O'Reillys and the Paddyhats
Pigeon Pit
Paddy And The Rats
Will Varley
Defiance, Ohio
Laura Jane Grace
Leftöver Crack
Murder By Death
Choking Victim
Apes of the State
Chuck Ragan
Pat The Bunny
Get Dead
Mischief Brew
Mal Blum
Nana Grizol
Adjust the Sails
Голос Омерики
Sunny War
Yes Ma'am
Elias Rønnenfelt
Alvin és a Mókusok
Ramshackle Glory
Skinny Lister
Sammy Amara
Foot Ox
The Tossers
Wingnut Dishwashers Union
Jeffrey Lewis
Appalachian Anarchy
Star Fucking Hipsters
Holy Locust
Ceschi
Ferocious Dog
Escape From The Zoo
Josh Thomas
Tim Barry
Not Half Bad
Dog Park Dissidents
Tim Vantol
Just Nick
Corporate Hearts
Grace Petrie
King Strang
Doom Scroll
Those Poor Bastards
Any Two Words
The Mahones
Los Massadores
España Circo Este
Ankle Grease
The Feelgood McLouds
Bob Soldier
Paul Baribeau
Ghost Mice
Matt Pless
Get Cape. Wear Cape. Fly
Blackbird Raum
Bandits Of The Acoustic Revolution
Joe DeVito
RENT STRIKE
Anne Briggs
casper allen
Rail Yard Ghosts
Dollar Signs
TURBOBIER
Utah Phillips
The Men They Couldn't Hang
Bandista
No Cash
Paper Ceilings
Jason Webley
The Infested
Joseba Tapia