Folk music got its roots in Americana and country, so its no surprise that you’ll hear traditional instruments like acoustic guitar, banjo, harmonica, and drums and percussion on folk tracks. Recently, folk music has become more experimental, fusing elements of electronic and rock to create a bolder folk sound.
By Jason Grishkoff | February 23rd, 2012
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folk, acoustic, fleet foxes
Break out the tissues, folks. As Robin Pecknold puts it, he has busted out “sadsack mode” on this demo. Better recognized as the lead singer of Fleet Foxes, Robin’s new…keep reading →
By Joshua Mellin | February 23rd, 2012
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indie rock, folk-rock, dr. dog
Dr. Dog is a band with a wanderer’s tune in its heart. Though their Saturday night show at the 1,400 person Vic Theatre in Chicago was sold out, it was…keep reading →
By Dwayne | February 21st, 2012
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experimental, folk, dream pop
Indie Shuffle favorite Shlohmo just released a mix he did for Gilles Peterson last year via his Soundcloud. If you’ve not already seen it, go cop it now! Nestling within…keep reading →
By Joshua Mellin | February 20th, 2012
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folk, rock, soul
There’s something undeniably satisfying about Dr. Dog’s music. Organically lo-fi, the Pennsylvania collective’s unique blend of bouncy existentialism draws on a wide range of classic rock that makes them instantly…keep reading →
By Christiana Bartolini | February 17th, 2012
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Electronic, experimental, acoustic
Baobab, oh Baobab, I’m so glad I found you. You have gotten me really excited for spring. Of course, since you’re from Durham, North Carolina it’s probably already almost spring…keep reading →
By Philip Friedman | February 17th, 2012
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folk, acoustic, americana
Now that Parenthood is finally back from its mid-season hiatus, I thought I would celebrate by remembering some of the highlights from the second half of the first season. Despite…keep reading →
By Jason Grishkoff | February 16th, 2012
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folk, acoustic, fleet foxes
So, generally I am 100% opposed to posting live tracks on Indie Shuffle. They generally have a lower quality, and often aren’t nearly as polished as the studio recording (duh).…keep reading →
By Christiana Bartolini | February 16th, 2012
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indie pop, female vocalist, acoustic
Well, I’m pretty sure it doesn’t get any cuter than this. Here’s a new single by Inspired and the Sleep (featuring Kaila Abruzzo) called “What I Want and What I…keep reading →