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The 15 Best Folk Albums of 2023

The 15 Best Folk Albums of 2023

The best folk albums of the year are an eclectic lot brought to us by long-time notables, indie greats, and artists taking folk music in new directions.

The Milk Carton Kids Find Middle Ground on’ I Only See the Moon’

The Milk Carton Kids Find Middle Ground on’ I Only See the Moon’

On their first full-length duo album since 2015, the Milk Carton Kids bring their folk sound to new heights with I Only See the Moon.

The Milk Carton Kids Became a Band on ‘Prologue’

The Milk Carton Kids Became a Band on ‘Prologue’

The Milk Carton Kids bring their somber, acoustic sound together as a duo on this reissue of their career-defining album Prologue.

The 20 Best Folk Albums of 2018

The 20 Best Folk Albums of 2018

Folk music in 2018 has kept the poignant storytelling elements so intimately knit into its fabric while introducing layers of new sonic and global influences.

Transatlantic Sessions 2016, Royal Festival Hall, London

Transatlantic Sessions 2016, Royal Festival Hall, London

A wonderfully diverse set of artists and material, including surprise appearances of Bowie and Pink Floyd songs, made this year's Transatlantic Session a joy.

Various Artists: The Voice Project Presents Home Recordings Volume 1

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