Psychedelic Folk Rock

Psychedelic folk rock is a genre characterized by its blend of folk's storytelling tradition, rock's energetic instrumentation, and psychedelia's experimental approach. Emerging in the mid-1960s, it drew from the folk revival, incorporating acoustic guitars, gentle rhythms, and introspective lyrics, while incorporating electric instruments, distortion, and unconventional sounds to create a dreamy, introspective atmosphere. This genre thrived during the countercultural movement of the late 1960s and early 1970s, reflecting the era's free-spirited and experimental ethos. Its cultural significance lies in its ability to capture the era's sense of social and personal transformation. Unlike traditional folk, psychedelic folk rock often features meandering song structures, unusual instrumentation, and a focus on atmosphere over traditional songcraft. Unlike psychedelic rock, it emphasizes introspection and acoustic textures, creating a unique sonic landscape that is both earthy and otherworldly.

Latest Psychedelic Folk Rock Release
undefined album image
Moon Landing
Album - 7 Tracks - Released March 15, 2024

RecentMusic users are tracking 18 Psychedelic Folk Rock artists for new releases, and have access to the full timeline of 132 releases .

Join them and feed your new music addiction, and add the Psychedelic Folk Rock artists you love!

Get Started Browse Releases
Art Lown
Boz Metzdorf
Charlie Megira
Jimmy Carter and Dallas County Green
Jode
John Andrews & The Yawns
Kevin Vicalvi
Kim Jung Mi
Lazy Smoke
Marc Benno
Maston
Mayo Thompson
Norma Tanega
PAINT
Robert Lester Folsom
The 31st Of February
Tim Hill
Traffik Island
Maston
Norma Tanega
Robert Lester Folsom
Art Lown
PAINT
Tim Hill
Charlie Megira
Kim Jung Mi
John Andrews & The Yawns
Marc Benno
Jimmy Carter and Dallas County Green
Traffik Island
Jode
Kevin Vicalvi
Boz Metzdorf
Mayo Thompson
Lazy Smoke
The 31st Of February