Show Preview: Hurray For The Riff Raff And Branches Breaking Folk MoldsMarch 13, 2015Sunday is an unique night in folks rock with back-to-back shows at Harlows. We took a look at the paths taken by Hurray For The Riff Raff and Branches.
Sammy-Nominated Westwards Make Music Beyond Their YearsMarch 10, 2015 | Melody StoneIndie-folk rockers The Westwards utilize spring break to play shows when they're all home from their various colleges.
Tiny Desk Concerts: Fantastic NegritoMarch 10, 2015The singer beat out nearly 7,000 other submissions. See why in this passionate three-song set.
First Listen: 'Seth Avett & Jessica Lea Mayfield Sing Elliott Smith'March 9, 2015Each of Smith's records contains an abundance of small, perfectly formed gems. There are too many to pick from, but just about any would shine anew under this type of respectful reinterpretation.
PHOX On World CafeMarch 4, 2015The charming Wisconsin indie-folk band performs a short set live on stage in Philadelphia.
EclecticTom Brousseau: The Gentle Traveling Troubador's Perfect AbandonMarch 3, 2015 | Nick BrunnerA review of Tom Brosseau's intimate and minimalistic songwriting ahead of his appearance in Davis.
Mandolin Orange, 'Old Ties And Companions'February 24, 2015From a new album, Such Jubilee, out on May 5, The folk duo returns with a ballad — short, simple and sweet — about holding close what's precious.
A Song For Chinese New Year: Stop And Hear The Red FlowersFebruary 19, 2015In celebration of the Chinese New Year, American banjo players Abigail Washburn and Bela Fleck offer their rendition of a traditional Chinese song.
Dylan The CroonerFebruary 9, 2015Bob Dylan's new album casts the folk icon in an unusual role: Shadows in the Night features 10 songs previously recorded by Frank Sinatra.
EclecticSuggested Shows: Lovely Folk Ladies, Irish-Punk, Indie-Rock Duos And Big Brass FunFebruary 2, 2015 | Melody StoneWe've rounded up some of the finest musical experience options over the next couple weeks for you to put on your calendar.