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Songs of change and awakening: With biting political irony and evocative lyrics set to haunting melodies, Steve Klinger''s music works its unique process as musical poetry. The more you listen, the more deeply his images seem to penetrate. 11 MP3......

With his heart on his sleeve and guitar strapped around his shoulders, this North Carolina singer-songwriter Crawford Downs brings new meaning to what love, heartache and reminders of home are like. "She Is My Home" showcases his ability to craft ......

Country folk roots rocker- a collection of unique and original material. If you like heartfelt story telling songs coupled with dynamic melodies and production, then this record is for you. 12 MP3 Songs COUNTRY: Country Rock, FOLK: Folk-Rock Det......

We fit nicely in the genre of Americana and Folk/Rock. We embrace our Pop influences and add a little Alt. Country flavor. We love Bluegrass and poetic Singer/Songwriters and it shows. Just take a listen and YOU tell us what YOU hear. 12 MP3 Song......

Is it her voice, her lyrics, or her violin that sets this bluegrass band apart from the rest? Music that''s fresh and played with emotion. 10 MP3 Songs COUNTRY: Progressive Bluegrass, COUNTRY: Country Folk Details: BIOGRAPHY 15 is a tender age t......

Midwest Urban Folk at its finest. Described as somewhere between Joni Mitchel and Kate Bush. 21 MP3 Songs FOLK: Alternative Folk, SPIRITUAL: Contemporary Christian Details: Jan Krist Bio Detroit born Jan Krist is a well established veteran of......

Roots Rock, folk pop, with a passionate kickin'' edge...that voice and searing guitar solos are a double whammy one two punch. 14 MP3 Songs FOLK: like Ani, ROCK: Americana Details: "Another testament to Malone''s Gritty, lean, well written rock.......

Contra music rises from New England traditional roots, but has strong Celtic, Canadian and jazz influences. 12 MP3 Songs FOLK: Contra Dance, FOLK: Contemporary Celtic Details: Best of Wild Asparagus In the twenty years that Wild Asparagus has th......

Named "Best Acoustic Performers of the Twin Cities" by City Pages, this husband and wife duo excels in tight harmonies, lots of stringed instruments, poignant original songs, and timeless traditional songs. 14 MP3 Songs in this album (57:16) ! Re......

Dreamy neo-folk "New and exciting. Indelible songs centered around a girl and her guitar, singing what matters most" - Folk and Acoustic Music Exchange 12 MP3 Songs in this album (43:58) ! Related styles: FOLK: Alternative Folk, POP: Folky Pop ......

"This LIVE recording sizzles with an energy that captures the allure of Jane and her music â a smart, sophisticated earthiness that is powerful, sexy & fun." 6 MP3 Songs in this album (23:48) ! Related styles: ROCK: Roots Rock, EASY LISTENING: So......

Original Acoustic tracks With Heart-Driven and Distinct Passionate Vocals. 14 MP3 Songs in this album (52:01) ! Related styles: FOLK: Folk-Rock, EASY LISTENING: Adult contemporary People who are interested in Indigo Girls Patty Griffin Brandi ......

Old time music, such as flowed out of the hills and hollers of Appalachia in the late 1800''s before radio was invented. 21 MP3 Songs in this album (68:37) ! Related styles: COUNTRY: Old-Timey, FOLK: Appalachian Folk People who are interested in......

"Ya gotta love this guy --he writes a great song, plays solid guitar, sings with rare confidence and lives his material -- insights on the interior of life." Dirty Linen. 12 MP3 Songs in this album (48:49) ! Related styles: FOLK: Modern Folk, FOL......

A kite about to be struck by lightning, anchored by piano, bass, and uplifting female vocals. The new standard of easy listening gone bleeding edge. The minimalist dreamscape summation of Joni Mitchell, Janis Joplin, and Led Zeppelin watching the ......

Old Songster/Stringband; Folk, Country Blues, Roots Music, Americana; vocals, piedmont guitar, harmonica, bass, fiddle, banjo & mandolin. 17 MP3 Songs in this album (55:56) ! Related styles: FOLK: Traditional Folk, FOLK: Folk Blues People who ar......

Roots Rock, Mellow Blues, with an R&B and Jazzy flavor 10 MP3 Songs in this album (40:31) ! Related styles: ROCK: Folk Rock, AVANT GARDE: Avant-Americana People who are interested in Bonnie Raitt Norah Jones Grace Potter should consider this d......

Soulful songs for people with soul. 11 MP3 Songs in this album (37:07) ! Related styles: EASY LISTENING: Soft Rock, FOLK: Folk Pop People who are interested in James Taylor Neil Young Steely Dan should consider this download. Details: Soulfu......

Peter Baldwin has Soul, "Alternative Soul". With his is intimate guitar picking paired with the characteristic hurt and happiness in his voice makes him a wonder of youthful exuberance, sheepish goodwill and, at times, transcendent beauty. 12 MP3......

Traditional Cajun French music by the Martin family, one of the oldest Cajun French accordion manufacturers in the world. 12 MP3 Songs in this album (43:32) ! Related styles: FOLK: Traditional Folk, WORLD: Acadian Details: Experience tradition......