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 delightful arrangement of the classic American folk song, that kids sing as "on top of spaghetti..". Perfect for a music box, ringtone, or just waltzing around. Instrumental, Folk, Contemporary Folk
Cute, positive, and relaxing track. This song is all about feeling good. Used Instruments: ukulele, acoustic gutar, piano, bass, acoustic drums, rhodes and percussion. You can use this track as a background in your business projects, videos, slideshows, TV or advert. Instrumental, Folk, Contemporary Folk
Think Disney channel: this fun track has a HUGE smile on it. Dancing hand jive great for kids recess and playing, running wild in glee and having lots of finger-snapping fun. Wild, playful, mischievous, woolly and hilarious. Music Mom and Dad will love too. Instrumental, Pop Music, Tween Pop, Instrumental, Folk, Contemporary Folk
Giving Tree is a light, airy instrumental featuring acoustic, electric and bass guitars with bells, cello and other synth elements as accompaniment. It has a great Death Cab for Cutie -like sound that will fit well behind dialogue or with a variety of film or TV scenes requiring a positive vibe. Instrumental, Folk, Contemporary Folk
A moody instrumental with a hooky chorus. The song features an acoustic guitar rhythm accompanied by drums, congos, piano and a retro, Leslie-like clavinet. It's reminiscent of Zero 7 with a little more of an acoustic feel. This song can help deliver against emotionally uplifting scenes. Instrumental, Folk, Contemporary Folk
An emotional moving instrumental track that sounds like Ray Lamontagne. It has strummed acoustic guitar, drums and a touch of ethereal effects and piano. Could work great for a scene that's introspective, sad, or needs a sense of longing, saying goodbye or with a character deep in thought. Instrumental, Folk, Contemporary Folk
Mellow emotional track with dynamic effects throughout. Features finger picked acoustic guitar and drums, bass and a touch of electronica. Feeling is introspective and moves from down to optimistic with an overall positive vibe but and dreamy with an even more melodic close at the 4:27 mark. Instrumental, Folk, Contemporary Folk
This is a simple acoustic finger-picking song that includes piano accompaniment and electric guitar lead. The chorus has a strings section for added impact and a bit of a cinematic feel. This a great song for voice overs and scenes going for a sense of relaxation and a touch of americana. Instrumental, Folk, Contemporary Folk
Acoustic guitars a-plenty in this mid-tempo, easy going, acoustic background track, Homely and organic country feel, acoustica / folk, Blissful, slightly melancholic but also relaxed and joyful,, Instrumental, Folk, Contemporary Folk
A dreamy, mellow, and hazy Folk / Acoustica track with acoustic guitar, piano and ethereal humming voices. Homey / Melancholic / Reflective / Nostalgic, Vocal Pads, Folk, Contemporary Folk
A pretty and mellow acoustic track. Sparse and delicate, with a melancholic, nostalgic feel. Performed live on acoustic guitar and an old upright piano. Fragile / Pretty / Reflective, Instrumental, Folk, Contemporary Folk
A dreamy, mellow, and hazy Folk / Acoustica track with acoustic guitar, piano and ethereal humming voices. Homey / Melancholic / Reflective / Nostalgic, Instrumental, Folk, Contemporary Folk
Acoustic Guitar atmospheric tracks natural and simple ideal for use in commercials for healthy products organic food etc also works well for drama series sit comes etc, Instrumental, Folk, Contemporary Folk
Rhythmical acoustic guitar feature with a real feeling of forward motion. Played on an acoustic guitar with a contemporary feel this is Simple yet uplifting with a subtle energy that would be ideal in a dramatic scene-running/thinking things through/working things out/sense of motion. Instrumental, Folk, Contemporary Folk
A strong gorgeous ballad with a groove that is a message to a parent who has passed away. Grappling with loss, hoping there is a way to make contact with someone who has passed. Trying to understand the process of dying. Perfect for a similar story of loss. Also would be great for credits. Female Vocals, Folk, Contemporary Folk
Cheerful, lighthearted, and upbeat instrumental track features innocent ukuleles and childlike acoustic guitars, and warm electric bass guitar. Great for children, or slightly quirky branding. Perfect acoustic background music with no percussion or drums elements. Instrumental, Folk, Contemporary Folk
Hauntingly beautiful, spiritual odyssey, journey of truth and light by passing through the dazzling darkness, hopeful, healing, tranquil, serene, triumphant, Male Vocals, Folk, Contemporary Folk
Majestic and glorious track with soaring guitar and celtic like elements. Very positive and triumphant. Confident, powerful and heroic. 6/8 time and acoustic guitars and accordion give it a folk style flavor. Rocky Mountain. Beer commercial. Proud and confident. Birds and nature. Irish guard. Instrumental, Folk, Contemporary Folk
New romance, fresh start, happy beginnings, finding soul mate, at long last happiness, all the wonderful things two people in a new romance will do, suggestive possible mischievous menage a trois, Male Vocals, Folk, Contemporary Folk
Mellow acoustic rock with a relaxed, roots Americana vibe. Perfect for documentaries, TV ads, voice-overs and many other uses where a homely, nostalgic mood is required. Recalls, Neil Young, Jack Johnson, Laura Marling, Alison Krauss, Grateful Dead, James Taylor, John Prine, Nick Drake, Instrumental, 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
Bouncy Chilled Out Acoustic Instrumental. Organic retro sounds with a feelgood vibe (Acoustic Rock - Nu Folk - Indie Rock - Singer/Songwriter style). Ideal for film, tv, documentaries, drama, presentations, apps & applications, mobile & web video, advertising etc, Instrumental, Folk, Contemporary Folk
Airy beautiful moving song about an awakening through a past life regression. Different past lives are described and then a meeting with Ed Asner, as the past life guide! A little humor but mostly moving and deep. Intelligent, not too "cosmic" for this subject. Good for movie about self discovery. Female Vocals, Folk, Contemporary Folk
A thoughtful folksy song about a high school reunion. Some thoughts on whether attending a reunion is a good idea. Pretty finger-picked guitar and subtle cello and strings in the background. Nice harmony vocals by co-writer Ed Swartz. Perfect for any show where a school reunion plays a part. Male Vocals, Folk, Contemporary Folk
Reflective song in the style of Bob Dylan or Leonard Cohen about getting older and feeling you’ve missed your chance. Male lead Vocals with acoustic guitar and piano, features plaintive harmonica solos, Montage for disgraced or departing politician in News story or documentary. Male Vocals, 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
The guitars are pumping & toes are tapping in this fun-loving, energetic track that combines indie electric guitars, mandolin, vocal aahs (no vox mixes too) and driving bass & drums. Really infectious high energy “life in motion” groove, making it perfect for young lifestyle applications. Instrumental, Indie Rock, Indie Pop
Simple, relaxing and serene track dominated by acoustic guitar and accompanied by traditional african percussion. The atmosphere is intimate and reflective as well as positive and carefree. Instrumental, Folk, Contemporary 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
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
Uplifting and inspiring environmental-theme song; children's voices used in chorus; lyric content suitable for children, family and adult themes; children's voices sing "please fix our world while there's still a chance"; excellent theme for environmentally-oriented films; high as #7 foreign radio. Female Vocals, Folk, Contemporary Folk
Biographical song about Jesus of Nazareth from a left-leaning non-religious human rights historical perspective; country-folk style; focuses on human rights, immigration in particular; very unique and different view of Jesus from true historical perspective; literary, poetic; high as #9 in Europe, Male Vocals, Folk, Contemporary Folk
Gentle and smooth, featuring soft acoustic guitars, oboe, drums and glockenspiel create a peaceful and wistful atmosphere. Suitable for documentaries, background music, yoga, relaxation, meditation etc... Instrumental, Folk, Contemporary Folk
A great, energetic and positive track featuring strings, guitar ukulele, percussion and electric guitar. A great asset for advertising, movies, and cosportate videos. Inspiring and motivational, fresh and friendly. Instrumental, Folk, Contemporary Folk
