The year’s best folk albums transcend genre boundaries, yet each entry remains firmly grounded in the folk ethos of connection and storytelling.
The Best Americana has never been better with the quality of music, diversity of styles, and the artists’ demographics in terms of race and gender.
Ethel Cain has created some of the most gorgeous music released this year so far. Her vocals are unparalleled, as silky and unblemished as white satin ribbon.
The experience of Ethel Cain’s Perverts is gloomy, powerful, and extremely terrifying. It’s practically a masterclass on how to score for a horror film.
The best new artists of 2022 are pushing boundaries as popular music becomes less genre-focused. They are forging new identities and moving music forward.
