Since the 1970s a genre of "contemporary folk", fueled by new singer-songwriters, has continued to make the coffee-house circuit and keep the tradition of acoustic non-classical music alive in the United States. Such artists include Chris Castle, Steve Goodman, and John Prine. While from London The Pogues and Ireland The Corrs brought traditional tunes back into the album charts.
A dreamy, bouncy jaunt about a day lazing in the woods. This whimsical piece will transport the listener to a wonderful, far-off place. Great for Indie-folk uses in TV or film. Male Vocals, Folk, Folk Rock
Warm acoustic guitar strumming, delicate banjo, and soulful dobro highlight this easygoing, relaxing by the campfire piece in the style of The Avett Brothers, Carrie Underwood and Lady Antebellum. Kicks into a nice groove at:32 with sweet fiddle chords and solid drums. Nifty guitar arpeggio ending. Instrumental, Country, Bluegrass
Inspired by Chinese tale "King of Masks." Wang, a street performer of mask magic, yearns to pass on his techniques but custom decrees he only train a male successor. He buys an 8-year-old boy on black market, only to learn it got a girl, forcing a struggle between filial love & societal traditions. Female Vocals, Folk, Contemporary Folk
back to 1960's with this music, it is good to use in comedy, in corporate videos. A band 1960's play with all the style of those years. Easy listening. Instrumental, Folk, Contemporary Folk
Charted at #1 on MP3. COM in Easy Listening! Song of longing for a long lost love! Lyrical themes include Despair, Misery, Sadness, Depression, Sentimental value, Love Lost, and Missing a Loved One from the past. This acoustic ballad brings to life what is in many people's past. Male Vocals, Folk, Contemporary Folk
Alt-folk piece with a beautiful, reflective sound. Emotional, hypnotic, melancholic and tender. Sounds like Family of the Year, Iron & Wine, Ingrid Michaelson and similar singer-songwriters. Great for film and TV dramas, TV commercials and documentaries. Instrumental, Folk Music, Contemporary Folk. Instrumental, Folk, Contemporary Folk
Bluegrass style banjo and fiddle theme that merrily bounces its way from Country Bluegrass to Folk Americana style. Great for a background TV soundbed or programme theme. Features banjo, fiddles / violins, guitars, dobro, bass and drum kit. 30, 60, sting 5, sting 10, & soundbed loop edits available. Instrumental, Country, Bluegrass
The spirit of spring, young, lush, fertile and beautiful, fills the song with primal energy. References to nature and spacious acoustic instrumentals support scenes of woodlands, landscapes, country, mountains, nymphs, fairies and sprites and primitive spirituality. Male Vocals, Folk, Contemporary Folk
Upbeat, festive, happy Folk instrumental with acoustic guitar and mandolin, mid-fast tempo. Fitting for themes like celebration, dancing around a campfire, rural/country and farming scenarios and more. (O Brother Where Art Thou), Instrumental, Folk, Contemporary Folk
Easy, mellow, sad Folk instrumental with guitars. Fitting for themes like romance, break-ups, relationship issues. Also suitable for themes like traveling, nature/scenery, driving and contemplating nostalgia. Instrumental, Folk, Contemporary Folk
Serene and reflective solo acoustic guitar instrumental music, Loving finger picked guitar theme. Light, comforting and romantic soft folk underscore in a sentimental, nostalgic and loving feel. pensive acoustic reflections thinking about love and past, memories and tenderness. Hopeful humble guitar, Instrumental, Folk, Finger-Picked Guitar
Do you need relaxing and uplifting music? Mellow guitar melodies and soft percussion will calm you audience and refresh them. Add this song to your next: Background Music for Video Spa, Retail or Restaurant background music After Effects Project (slideshow, commercial, opener, intro, reveal,, Instrumental, Folk, Contemporary Folk
Uptempo, festive, fun Folk instrumental with acoustic guitars and mandolin. Fitting for themes like traveling, country settings, farmers and cowboys, celebrating with family and friends. Instrumental, Folk, Contemporary Folk
Creamy, effortless female vocals with a haunting vibe & soft undertones of piano & strings. 20-something, mysterious tv/movie scenes. Great for fantasy film and breakups. Sweet vocals with an 'evanescence' & allure. A story of a man constantly disappearing from your life. Heartbreaking yearning, Female Vocals, Pop, Lilith Fair
Smooth, loving, mellow Folk instrumental with slow-mid tempo feat. acoustic guitar. Fitting for themes like romance, slow dancing, traveling, and more. Instrumental, Folk, Contemporary Folk
Pleasant and lighthearted with acoustic folk elements, featuring gentle piano and acoustic guitar that create a reflective, comforting mood. Instrumental, Folk, Contemporary Folk
As an adult child of an alcoholic, I was asked by a therapist to write a list of rules I grew up with and then to turn those rules inside out. The result is “I Deserve to Be Loved.” People have sobbed when singing this song. Female Vocals, Folk, Contemporary Folk
Cinematic Modern folk rock with pensive first part featuring acoustic guitar riff and piano licks and second part uplifting with additional cool energetic drum beat. Light psychedelic rock, weastern feel, contemplative undercore, Instrumental, Folk, Contemporary Folk
Acoustic singer/songwriter folk rock with male lead vocal ala David Gray, Jack Johnson, Jason Mraz, Ben Kweller, James Blunt, Sting, Van Morrison, Don Henley. Mellow love song with lyrics exploring the dynamics of longing within a relationship. Male Vocals, Rock, Acoustic Rock
Wildly exciting -- a flying Gypsy violin with piano accompaniment. Passionate, playful, romantic, perfect for a composer documentary, period piece, 19th Century epic saga, PBS films, Downton Abbey mischievousness... Instrumental, Folk, Contemporary Folk
Beautiful ballad of acceptance. Passionate melody with female vocal and solid rhythm section. Gorgeous saxophone quartet at the end. Elegant and powerful. Great for a movie of loss and understanding. Female Vocals, Folk, Contemporary Folk
Western Fiddle: Pure western or bluegrass fiddle. Catchy lick phrase. For 10 seconds commercial breaks etc. Excellent for any folk country or western referrals. Country or bluegrass. Loopable! (In STEREO - Preview in Lo-Fi MONO), Instrumental, Folk, Contemporary Folk
A lovely song using the metaphor of an intense flavor to add to your tea to make your life sweeter and richer. Beautiful arrangement with guitars, accordion, harmonica, banjo, violin and percussion contrasting with the earthy vocal. Female Vocals, Singer/Songwriter, Folk Singer-Songwriter
Restful folk pop ballad evoking the travel through life of a man full of dreams and hopes. Originally written on the ukulele, this version sees also guitars, organ, bass and drums. Great track to illustrate any story related to hope and courage, or the pursuit of happiness and finding a home. Male Vocals, Rock, Folk Rock
Happy, care-free and simple theme. Very summery, joyful and wholesome, perfect for families, children, picnics, countryside. Soaking up the sun on your picnic blanket relaxing. Features accordion, flutes, acoustic guitar, harmonica & shakers. Great for radio & television commercials, Instrumental, Dramatic, Happy Music
A celebratory, ending sequence type of song. Toasting, beer drinking, uplifting, round of friendship and togetherness. Here's to you! Great memories together. Male Vocals, Folk, Contemporary Folk
Song about prejudice and hypocrites written after an anonymous letter published in a local newspaper suggested that the community not support a new business in town due to the sexual orientation of the owner, Female Vocals, Folk, Contemporary FolkCaution: Mature Lyrics
Melodic acoustic music in the style of folk with male vocal. Acoustic guitar and piano back the easy listening vocals. A dynamic song that is useful for TV, Film and corporate work. Male Vocals, Folk, Contemporary Folk
A simple picked dulcimer harp melody builds into a joyful celebration with a rural, festival flavour conjuring images of summer country fayres. Instrumental, Folk, Contemporary Folk
Hopeful and bright acoustic folk music with warm mandolin melody, bagpipe and steel guitar strums. Uplifting and inspiring underscore for nature, road trip and optimistic scenes in a traditional British atmosphere. Simple, friendly and sentimental music. Instrumental, Folk, British Folk
Warm acoustic guitar strumming, delicate banjo, and soulful dobro highlight this easygoing, relaxing by the campfire piece in the style of The Avett Brothers, Carrie Underwood and Lady Antebellum. Kicks into a nice groove at:32 with sweet fiddle chords and solid drums. Nifty guitar arpeggio ending. Instrumental, Folk, Contemporary Folk
Dreamy and floating with acoustic folk elements, featuring bright acoustic guitar, delicate piano and flute that create a calm, sincere mood. Instrumental, Folk, Contemporary Folk
A hooky song that's perfect as a theme song or TV / radio spot. It's acoustic guitar based with an excellent melody and piano accompaniment on the rhythm section. It's upbeat and positive with a happy spirited feel. It conjurs up memories of enjoying life outdoors on a sunny day. Instrumental, Folk, Contemporary Folk
Upbeat, confident, festive Folk instrumental with acoustic guitar and mandolin. Fitting for themes like celebrating, drinking, history and biographies, and indie/comedy. Instrumental, Folk, Contemporary Folk
