Kentucky Mountain Folk

Kentucky Mountain Folk is a music genre that embodies the rich cultural tapestry of the Appalachian region, characterized by its raw, emotive storytelling and traditional instrumental arrangements. Rooted in the oral traditions and musical heritage of the early Scots-Irish settlers, this genre often features the banjo, fiddle, and mountain dulcimer. The music is known for its haunting melodies and intricate fingerpicking, with themes revolving around love, hardship, and faith. Artists like Roscoe Holcomb and Jean Ritchie capture the spirit of the mountains through poignant lyrics and ethereal vocals, preserving a unique and evocative slice of American folklore.

Latest Kentucky Mountain Folk Release
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Decay Of Yesterday
Single - Released January 14, 2024
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Jean Ritchie
Roscoe Holcomb
Cousin Emmy
Buell Kazee
Pete Steele
Burnett & Rutherford

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  1. January 14, 2024
  2. December 3, 2021
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  4. December 4, 2020
  5. December 13, 2019
  6. December 13
  7. December 4, 2015
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  10. April 30
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  17. March 25
  18. December 1, 1999
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  20. December 1, 1998
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  23. October 27, 1997
  24. January 1, 1975
  25. January 1, 1968
  26. November 15, 1967
  27. January 1
  28. January 1, 1964
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  36. September 4, 1956
  37. December 1, 1952
  38. February 18, 1929
  39. January 1, 1928
  40. January 1
  1. January 14, 2024
  2. December 4, 2020
  3. December 13, 2019
  4. December 13
  5. June 4, 2015
  6. February 18, 1929
  7. January 1, 1928
  8. January 1