folk

Jim Sullivan’s “U.F.O.” and the story of his strange disappearance

How the California singer/songwriter’s 1969 song possibly foretold of his disappearance six years later.

Microphones in 2020 review

The Microphones : Microphones in 2020

Phil Elverum revives the name of his old “band” for a massive new album-length composition.

Jason Molina – Eight Gates

The late Songs:Ohia and Magnolia Electric Co. songwriter’s set of previously unreleased recordings harbor some of his most shadowy dirges.

Phil Elverum debuts new Microphones album via short film

Hear the full album, accompanied by a short film.

The Internal World: An interview with Steve Von Till

The longtime member of Neurosis discusses the muse, poetry, and teaching in a rural community.

Lia Ices family album review

Courtney Marie Andrews : Old Flowers

Andrews’ breakup album feels strangely comforting in a time of overbearing anxiety and panic.

Bobbie Gentry Ode to Billie Joe

Bobbie Gentry’s “Ode to Billie Joe” captured cruel detachment in the face of tragedy

Blood on the Tracks returns with a Southern gothic tale of suicide and unconscious cruelty.

elvis costello and the imposters the boy named if review

Neil Young : Homegrown

Young’s long-shelved 1975 album finally sees the light of day, and it contains some absolute gems.

boygenius to release demos on Bandcamp for 24 hours

Sales of the group’s demos to benefit three charities they’ve chosen.

Sufjan Stevens announces new album, The Ascension

First single to be released on Friday.

Bibio Sleep on the Wing review

Bibio : Sleep On the Wing

Stephen Wilkinson’s latest release draws on folk tradition without ever feeling anachronistic.

boygenius the record review

Phoebe Bridgers – Punisher

Bridgers’ sophomore album, for all its heaviness and sorrow, is a source of hope rather than despair.

Westerman Your Hero Is Not Dead review

Westerman : Your Hero Is Not Dead

The London singer/songwriter’s debut album feels soothing and reassuring in our present moment.