Indie Folk

Indie folk is a genre characterized by its earthy, introspective sound, often featuring acoustic instrumentation, sparse arrangements, and emotive, storytelling-driven lyrics. Emerging in the early 2000s, indie folk evolved from the folk revival of the 1960s and 1990s, incorporating elements of indie rock, psychedelia, and electronic music. The genre's heyday was marked by the mid-2000s to mid-2010s, with a proliferation of artists championing a DIY ethos and lo-fi production. Indie folk's cultural significance lies in its ability to capture the zeitgeist of a generation, exploring themes of introspection, nostalgia, and social commentary. With its minimalist approach and emphasis on songcraft, indie folk distinguishes itself from other folk styles, sharing sonic affinities with chamber folk, psychedelic rock, and singer-songwriter traditions. Its intimacy and emotional resonance have captivated audiences, fostering a devoted following and influencing a new wave of folk-infused genres.

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Somewhere In Between
Single - Released November 18, 2024

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Alsogood
Anne Malin
Annika Kilkenny
Art Garfunkel jr.
Astoria
Austin Merrill
Ax and the Hatchetmen
BIRDEE 王煒
Bea Stewart
Beforefrances
Bella Mackenzie
Bo Staloch
Bomshi
Brandi Carlile
Bunny
Carolin Féron
Carver Jones
Cat Cohen
Crowe Boys
Darcie Haven
Dead Gowns
Debbii Dawson
Deeps
Dylan Cotrone
Eden Rain
Erica Manzoli
Evan J Cartwright
Evie Joy
Fairhazel
Flat Party
Gabi Hartmann
Garrett Owen
Giant Rooks
Gus
Hannah Noel
Heritage
Ivan Theva
JACOTÉNE
Jack Lester
Jake & Shelby
Jared Lembo
Jo Hill
Jonathan Peyton
Juice Webster
KOHEI YOSHII
Katey Brooks
Kayley Green
Kingqueen
Kings Elliot
Leo Rizzi
Lily Fitts
Lizzie Morgan
Loose Cattle
Lou Shields
Luke Bower
Maddy Hicks
Melody Spencer
Moody Joody
Nathan Evans
Nectar Woode
Nikki Moltz
Oaks
Paul Thin
Poetics
RY X
Reeb Willms
Renée Reed
Rio Rainz
Ryan Necci and The Buffalo Gospel
SERA
SLOE JACK
Sai Abhyankkar
Sego
Selût
Semler
Seph Schlueter
Skylar Simone
Small Pond
Soley
Sorai
Susie Mills
Teddy at Night
The Living Proof
Three Minute Picture
Tomo
Treehouse
Troubadour Blue
Victor Ray
W.C. Beck
Will Swinton
Winter McQuinn
Xlimkid
Zartmann
Zoe Ko
amilost
ellie d.
eun
heyden
wayfie
wilder Thing
Bernadya
Bon Iver
Lord Huron
Leon Bridges
Michael Marcagi
Novo Amor
Patrick Watson
Gregory Alan Isakov
RJ Pasin
The Paper Kites
Caamp
Paul
Hollow Coves
Good Neighbours
Ocie Elliott
Angus & Julia Stone
Bunny
Zartmann
Sai Abhyankkar
The National
Nathan Evans
José González
10CM
Iron & Wine
Lake Street Dive
Evan Honer
Ben Howard
Ray LaMontagne
Olivia
Tomo
DOPE LEMON
Ichiss
Fleet Foxes
RY X
Brandi Carlile
Nate Traveller
Diegote
Giant Rooks
49 Winchester
Leo Rizzi
First Aid Kit
Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats
The Avett Brothers
Chris de Sarandy
sombr
Anaïs Mitchell
Shakey Graves
Shy Smith
Lone Tusker
Shaya Zamora
Band of Horses
Drumla
Abel Balder
Julia DiGrazia
Blanco White
honestav
Arash Buana
Old Sea Brigade
Mon Rovîa
Velu
Dimas M
Janet Redger
Edith Whiskers
Bahamas
Mela Bedel
soffie
Radical Face
Charlie Cunningham
Fruit Bats
ROYA
Richard Carter
Willow Avalon
Trampled by Turtles
Sawyer Hill
Cleffy
Rast
Phix
James Vincent McMorrow
Natalie Taylor
SERA
Nick Mulvey
Victor Ray
Oaks
Catching Sunrises
Nathaniel Rateliff
The Civil Wars
Wicker Whales
Lily Meola
Frazey Ford
Seph Schlueter
Old Crow Medicine Show
Archer Marsh
Zooey Deschanel
Dekker
Fink
Brian Snow
Sparky Deathcap
Oracle Sisters
Sondae
Half Moon Run