FOLK Playlists
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Indulge in the timeless charm and authentic storytelling of Born To Folk, where the essence of folk music comes to life. Delve into the soul-stirring melodies of classic folk, the innovative sounds of contemporary folk, the heartwarming rhythms of indie folk, and the poetic lyricism of folk-pop. Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of tales woven by acoustic guitars, soulful vocals, and heartwarming harmonies. Born To Folk curates a mesmerizing collection that captures the essence and diversity of folk music, from its roots to the present. Join us on a musical journey that celebrates the human experience, one soulful note at a time.
Review: Safe For Another Day – Surely Shirley
Safe For Another Day is a tender, harmony-laced gem that showcases Surely Shirley’s knack for timeless songwriting. The twin duo channel their love of vintage folk and doo-wop into a track that feels both nostalgic and quietly powerful. With soft acoustics and close-knit vocals, it’s a gentle reminder that sometimes, holding on a little longer is more than enough.
Review: Atlantic Blue – Abby Wallace
Atlantic Blue is a hauntingly beautiful slow burn, where Abby Wallace’s voice drifts over atmospheric textures like sea mist on a winter coast. With poetic lyricism and cinematic indie-folk production, the track captures the quiet turbulence of intimacy and self-reflection. It’s tender, salt-stung, and utterly captivating — Wallace at her most vulnerable and refined.
Review: Blue – Oscar The Wild
Blue is a bittersweet indie-folk-rock tune that balances raw emotion with melodic charm. Oscar The Wild channel vulnerability into soaring harmonies, delicate guitar work, and grounded lyricism that hits close to home. It’s honest, heart-on-sleeve songwriting with just enough edge — a glowing reminder of this Adelaide band’s rising force in the alt-Aussie scene.
Review: Cathode Ray – Folk Bitch Trio
With Cathode Ray, Folk Bitch Trio continue to reinvent indie-folk with wit, warmth, and razor-sharp harmony. The Melbourne trio blend rich, traditional vocal layering with sly lyricism and a quietly modern melancholy. It's folk with edge — haunting, clever, and utterly captivating — proof that they’re not just preserving the genre, they’re reimagining it.
Review: War Made The Cigarette, Love Made Me – LOVELOVELOVE
With War Made The Cigarette, Love Made Me, LOVELOVELOVE trades glossy indie-pop for stripped-back acoustic vulnerability. Carried by raw vocals, delicate guitar work, and poetic lyricism, the track feels like a journal entry sung at sunrise — fragile, aching, and deeply human. It’s a stunning reminder of Denis Janse’s emotional range, and a bold pivot into more intimate territory.
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Sound, Style, Scene: From Soup Cans to Leather Jackets - The Factory's Impact on Culture
When it comes to cultural icons, few have left as indelible a mark on the worlds of art, music, and fashion as Andy Warhol and his Factory crew. From the mid-1960s to the early 1970s, Warhol's Manhattan studio and its surrounding scene became ground zero for a new kind of cultural revolution, one that fused avant-garde art, experimental music, and edgy fashion into a heady cocktail of creativity and cool.
Sound, Style, Scene: Baz Luhrmann's Romeo and Juliet - A Renaissance Rave That Made History
When Baz Luhrmann's Romeo and Juliet hit the silver screens in 1996, it was unlike anything the world had ever seen. The director's flamboyant, over-the-top style collided with William Shakespeare's timeless tale of tragic love, creating a sensory explosion that took audiences by storm. But it wasn't just the movie's storytelling that made it a cultural phenomenon. It was the fashion, the music, and the celebrities that came together to make it an unforgettable moment in time.
Rhythm and Blues: The Soulful Soundtrack of Black History in America
R&B's cultural influence on the world has been profound, shaping many aspects beyond music. The genre's unique sound and style has also influenced art, film, fashion, and language. Look to film and TV from the era and you will see its influence on the attitudes and narrative of the period.
From Glam to Punk: The 1970s - One Hit Wonders, Mega Stars, and Music's Golden Decade
Music and fashion at the start of the 70s had a lot to do with the hangover from the hippie movement of the late 1960s. The decade was one of the most turbulent in history but also one that produced incredible creativity, particularly in the worlds of pop music, fashion and culture... and One Hit Wonders!