Stephen Foster wrote some of the most enduring American songs, invented the role of songwriter, and served as a cautionary ...

Sometimes, all we know about an artist from the past comes from their artwork. This is especially true of folk and outsider artists.

Catchy rhythms like the tresillo are examples of how our musical perception and preference negotiate between simplicity and ...

Folk music is about communality, the sharing of traditions and the passing on of songs and stories. Martin Carthy and Bob ...

Fans of classic rock and harmony-driven folk music have a new reason to listen closely. Their performance became one of the season's standout moments. "This was magical," coach John Legend said after ...

Hosted by folksinger and songwriter Tom Brosseau, The Great American Folk Show Podcast features interviews, music, poetry, and more, curated from the show's beloved radio broadcast. June 13, 2026 • ...

What follows is one of the many articles in the Mercury‘s 2026 Queer Issue. Find a print copy here, subscribe to get a copy mailed to you here, and if you’re feeling generous and want to keep these ...

18-year-old Muireann Bradley became a folk-blues guitar sensation after appearing on Later With Jools Holland - after only two prior gigs. The buzz is more than justified, however, by her authentic ...

The Central Ohio Folk Festival is moving to a new date and location for its 29th year. It will now be held the first weekend in June at the new Bank Run Metro Park, 1570 Rohr Road, Lockbourne. In ...

Robert Costa is a national correspondent for "CBS News Sunday Morning" and chief Washington analyst for CBS News. The story of America can be told through the lyrics of folk music – songs of the Great ...

Folk music demands an acoustic guitar that responds to nuance. Whether you're fingerpicking delicate melodies, strumming powerful chords, or accompanying your voice, the right instrument becomes an ...