The Folk Alliance International (FAI)'s 2026 Artist of the Year Award is one of the folk world’s standout recognitions. Sponsored by the Folk Americana Roots Hall of Fame, the award honors musicians ...

Everyone knows about the greats like Bob Dylan, Joan Baez, Pete Seeger, and others who propelled the folk movement in the 20th century. But what about the unsung heroes, the “deep cut” artists who don ...

The Newport Folk Festival might be most famous for Bob Dylan going electric in 1965, but every year it continues to surprise and delight—and sells out before the artists are even announced. It’s a ...

"You can't put it in a box. You just can't." ...

If an eye toward trends prevents a full immersion into folk tradition, how popular can folk music truly become?

In the 70s, folk rock took an introspective turn. Especially thanks to the minds of artists like Jim Croce, Cat Stevens, and James Taylor. It was also albums like Joni Mitchell‘s Blue that really set ...

Stay on top of what’s happening in the Bay Area with essential Bay Area news stories, sent to your inbox every weekday. The Bay Bay Area-raised host Ericka Cruz Guevarra brings you context and ...

RICHMOND, Va. — The Richmond Folk Festival returns to the riverfront for its 21st year, celebrating folk music and community over three days. This year there will be a special tribute to Justin Golden ...

The Canadian Folk Music Awards will make their way to Cape Breton next year. Organizers say it will benefit the Island ...

The Artists Hand Gallery and Espresso Bar plans to hold a Music Night, bringing in folk singer and songwriter Bob Augustine, known by his stage name Folk IndieBob. The music night will start at 6 p.m.

The Calgary Folk Music industry continues to boom. But what does it look like for the artists? LISTEN: Aubree Quapp talks with artists involved in the local folk scene ...