Folk rock is a musical genre combining elements of folk music and rock music. In its earliest and narrowest sense, the term referred to a genre that arose in the United States and the UK around the mid-1960s. The sound was epitomized by tight vocal harmonies and a relatively "clean" (effects- and distortion-free) approach to electric instruments epitomized by the jangly 12-string sound of the Byrds' guitarist Roger McGuinn as used sparingly by George Harrison in 1964 and 1965. The repertoire was drawn in part from folk sources, but even more from folk-influenced singer-songwriters such as Bob Dylan. Roger McGuinn of the Byrds has also stated The Beatles inspired him to mix folk with rock mus ...
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Here's the backing track to "sailing On"., with the nautical feel and the mix of acoustic and electric instruments making a perfect backdrop to any scenes with; sailing ships, northern England, southern England, anything to do with boats, the ocean and dying! Instrumental, Rock, Folk Rock
ROLLING ACOUSTIC GUITAR instrumental with talking wah-wah guitar. The bag's are packed, time for a summer road trip. This piece moves along happily with 2 acoustics, shakers, and a sparse touch of lyrical electric guitar phrases. Instrumental, Rock, Folk Rock
After a period of "locked in syndrome" of the heart, this singer suddenly finds himself "Locked Away No More", having become free of the desperation and sense of hopelessness that had shackled him inside himself. A refreshing new release from the bonds that hampered him. Male Vocals, Singer/Songwriter, Folk Singer-Songwriter
Quirky & Uplifiting Instrumental with a Retro yet Contemporary Indie / New Folk vibe. Full of organic sounds such as Acoustic Guitars & Vintage Keyboards. Chorus has vocal oohs & ahhs. Ideal for film, tv, documentaries, drama, presentations, apps & applications, mobile & web video, advertising etc, Instrumental, Rock, Folk Rock
Emotional, dramatic and passionate acoustic track, featuring acoustic guitars, bass, drums, percussions and strings. Great for commercials, videos, slideshows, presentations, websites and more. Instrumental, Rock, Folk Rock
A happy and feelgood pop-rock track with a family friendly sound and an uplifting melody. Catchy and appealing, with a youthful flow. Rhythmically, this track has an interesting twist. Instrumental, Folk, Folk Pop
Mid-tempo indie folk rock with male lead vocal ala Fun, Mumford & Sons, The Lumineers, Ben Kweller, James Blunt, Jack Johnson, Jason Mraz, David Gray, Phillip Phillips. Catchy fun vibe; a tale of a rockstar's ego getting the best of him. Great for film/TV/advertising. Male Vocals, Rock, Folk Rock
Race Car, Wild, fun & hard driving. Think Heat. This track is high energy, hi-octane and drivin' a million miles an hour! Would be great for a wild chase scene, beer commercial, extreme sports show... anything that needs drive! Female Vocals, Rock, Southern Rock
Retro Acoustic Folk Rock Vibe, atmospheric, hypnotic vocals, picked guitar and Vintage keyboard sounds. Lots of intertwined melodies. Instrumental section runs from 2:00 to 2:54 - evokes the sounds of the 1970s. Chilled out. A quirky track ideal for TV/Film/Video/DVD/Internet or Radio Productions, Male Vocals, Rock, Folk Rock
Upbeat feelgood UK Indie Rock/Pop reminiscent of bands such as The Wannadies, The La's, CROWDED HOUSE, Ash, Belle & Sebastian. Jangly & Picked Guitars - Posunny, summery, happy vibe, lazy summer/spring days, day after the storm; everything's good after a bad patch or bad weather; Positive, Uplifting, Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Britpop
Nirvana punk Rock Guitar Anthem, driving. Gritty, Raspy, Great for commercials, corporate video, web adverts, DVD's, Radio, movies, extreme sports. Beer commercial, bar room, bikers, NASCAR, skiing, flying, racing. Endurance, new truck commercial, tough Levi Jeans, political, social issues,90's, Male Vocals, Rock, Folk Rock
Strumming folk guitar with uplifting catchy violin fillers. Gradually paced instrumental buildup, lightly recurring theme perfect for casual ads or outdoor reality TV. Instrumental, Rock, Folk Rock
A mellow, laid-back instrumental with dobro, acoustic guitar, classical guitar fills, strings and drums. Works well for sad and/or intense scenes in film and TV. Instrumental, Rock, Folk Rock
Acoustic guitars with a gentle vocal expressing thoughts of uncertainty. Song explores an introspective man questioning his impending marriage. Quiet, and thoughtful song featuring a low volume drum loop. Farming metaphors seeds blowing melancholy wistful meditative Adult Alternative Americana, Male Vocals, Rock, Folk Rock
Dreamy & Uplifiting Instrumental with a Retro yet Contemporary Indie / New Folk vibe. Full of organic sounds such as Acoustic Guitars & Vintage Keyboards. Ideal for film, tv, documentaries, drama, presentations, apps & applications, mobile & web video, advertising etc, Instrumental, Rock, Folk Rock
Acoustic pop rock song with piano. A very catchy and dynamic song with nine inch nails style male vocals. Perfect 20-something club scene, TV, Film, Indie or Documentary, extreme sports. Male Vocals, Rock, Folk Rock
The true story of a lesbian coming to terms with the fact that her mother had her subjected to shock treatments to cure her of her homosexuality. She comes to a point of forgiveness and acceptance. With a tinge of a Dire Straits influence. Social acceptance and Homophobia. Female Vocals, Rock, Folk Rock
Acoustic Singer/Songwriter track with vocals Harmonica, bass, light percussion & 3 part harmony vocals. Country/Americana/Folk Rock, Retro, Contemplative, 1970's & 1960's Style, Wistful, Pensive, Melancholic, Melodic, Folksy, Drifting, and Quirky. Vintage sounding melodic picked guitars. Male Vocals, Rock, Folk Rock
You would think, that after thousands of years of Civilization, we would have worked out the details of trying to Live together on a planet that once was literally a Paradise. We are capable of much, much more, and in time, with everyone's concerted effort, we will exceed our greatest potential. Male Vocals, Rock, Folk Rock
Here is a song about someone who obsesses over a woman who is not interested. Solo voice over acoustic guitars with minimal percussion. Inspired by watching Criminal Minds and could well be a background piece for that show. Male Vocals, Rock, Folk Rock
Acoustic pop rock song with piano. A very catchy and emotional melody, perfect for romantic drama or romantic comedy. 20-something club scene, TV, Film, Indie or Documentary. Catchy tune, touching lyrics, light and soulful. Instrumental, Rock, Folk Rock
Ballad, Romantic, pop-rock, spanish guitar, cello, strings, electric guitars, acoustic guitar, cymbals, drums, bass guitar. Seren, open space, proud. Drama, Comedy, TV, Film. Positive. Instrumental, Rock, Folk Rock
A stirring and heartfelt folk-rock song dealing with hopes and dreams, lost and found. Uptempo beats drive a depth of guitar melodies. Husky, emotionally charged female vocals weave an inspiring tale. Female Vocals, Rock, Folk Rock
Warm acoustic guitar strumming and delicate mandolin highlight this hopeful, inspirational piece in the style of The Avett Brothers and Lady Antebellum. Has a nice build throughout, hitting it's pace at 1:08 with a lush progression supported by escalating strings lines. Ends delicately and sweetly. Instrumental, Rock, Folk Rock
Free Walking in Western Spring Lands. A calm, reflective break from modern life. Heartwarming atmospheric light Guitars music theme with in a country rock feel. bright acoustic instrumental. Best suited for tranquil scenes, travel destination, country undrescore. Instrumental, Dramatic, Contemplative Music
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
A relaxing, light and bright, feel-good acoustic track with subtle strings and piano. A sense of joy and happiness combined with a relaxed and mellow mood makes this track great for soft and pleasing footage, commercials and storytelling, anything to do with nature and the outdoors, eco-friendly. Instrumental, Rock, Folk Rock
A bright, sparkly and positive pop/folk tune. Youthful and fresh, uplifting and motivational. Great for things like positive messages, daytime TV shows, exciting new times, comedy and sitcom, family friendly games, apps, TV shows and films. Instrumental, Rock, Folk Rock
A mid-sixties folk-rock instrumental track inspired by the sound of The Byrds. It features drums, bass, and “jangly” electric guitars for that retro sound. Great for background track for a documentary, or film about that era. Medium tempo with melody. Instrumental, Rock, Folk Rock
Energetic Folk Rock track with an Irish theme. Sounds like The Pogues, The Levellers. Features mandolin, fiddle, acoustic guitar, electric guitar, bodhran, tin whistle, drums and bass. Great for Saint Patrick's Day celebrations, Irish pub scenes, Guiness commercials, riverdance, travel channel, Instrumental
A dynamic, bouncy gem of an indie tune about your day coming soon. Positive, inspirational lyrics that would work in Movie Soundtracks, TV Themes, and many other settings. Sounds like a cross between the Lumineers and Phillip Phillips. Male Vocals, Rock, Folk Rock
Concerned about the dangers of nuclear power? This song's for you complete with cymbal swells, well-placed electric guitar embellishments and a timely wake-up call. The clock is ticking. Great fit for documentaries, films and radio shows that address the topic. Female Vocals, Rock, Folk Rock
An Indie Rock/Adult Contemporary track ala Freedy Johnston, David Gray about life when disappointment sets in. Folk rock based with passionate male vocals, acoustic guitars and brilliant electric lead guitar. Great for a scene involving disappointment, mid life crisis, breakup, divorce, etc. Bumpers, Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Indie Rock
A melodic, modern celtic folk piece with beautiful lyrics and a moving chorus stylistically reminiscent of Fields of Gold by Sting This flowing elegant track is just right for videos, corporate branding, product launch, movie theme song and TV, Male Vocals, Rock, Folk Rock
Flowing and mellow guitar followed by beautiful, haunting, rich and ever so slightly reverb sounding spacious and sweetly strong, reaching for the heights female vocal, emotionally strong and unwavering. Questioning the status of a relationship and her life. Dramatic television shows, films. Female Vocals, Rock, Folk Rock
A song for the highway. A mood to drift away anoher day, to set sail to the event horizon. Uptempo and delicate rhythyms to lift your soul. Lyrics that promise you belong to the winds today. Female Vocals, Rock, Folk Rock
Heartwarming acoustic pop music, with driving guitars, female vocal melody, bells and drums. Cheerful childish feel, romantic sense. Best for feel good underscore, children music, romance and family productions. Bright, light, positive and optimistic soundtrack. Vocal Samples, Pop, Acoustic Pop
Great middle ages acoustic driven instrumental track. With flute and guitar in the mainmelody. Very beautiful and heavenly pure natural tune. Very melodic and sweet. An amazing dynamic increase after the middle with the drum input. Fits very well to films, tv series, themes, ads, commercials etc. Instrumental, Rock, Folk Rock
Warm and alluring, this song will beckon your audience in and soothe their weary souls. It will up-lift and embrace them with hope, nostalgia, and comfort. It has a gentle and organic feel to the acoustic rhythms. It is further enhanced by a deep sounding electric guitar melody that speaks. Instrumental, Rock, Folk Rock
A tongue-in-cheek look at two people failing to connect, and living separate lives. She wastes her time in front of the TV; he wastes his in the bar. A driving folk rock song with fiddle that gives it a Celtic feel. Might work in a pub or bar scene with someone drowning in their sorrows. Male Vocals, Rock, Folk Rock
The gentle sound of seagulls and the waves as you walk along the beach provide a fitting beautiful opening and theme for this richly prodcued, mesmerizing acoustic guitar driven love song comparing love to an undertow. Terrific female harmonies and recurring sounds of the sea throughout the track. Female Vocals, Rock, Folk Rock
Think Folk Rock of the 1960's with a delicious dab of Country, and an unabashed dash of Beatles. Female vocals and harmonies together with bass, guitar, drums, and organ make up this tight retro band. The lyrics carry a timeless message of Peace, Love, and the laidback lifestyle of rural America. Female Vocals, Rock, Folk Rock
Upbeat Blues Country Instrumental as heard on "The Weather Channel". Good for a country-type show as well as background for Travel, Info-mercial, Onhold, Muzak, Commercial, Romantic Comedy, Documentary, Simple life, Light-Hearted, Serene, Adventure, Out west, Trip, Montana, Driving, Instrumental, Rock, Folk Rock
Wistful acoustic rhythm guitar with a harmonica melody, perfectly cut for use in a 30 second commercial spot or background for a Film/TV scene, Rock, Folk Rock
Seafarer is the epic story of survival at sea in days gone by. It evokes mystical memories, sea gulls, thunder and dangerous swells. It is also triumphant in surviving the storm. Great track for an quasi-Celtic compilation or film. Listen for the pennie whistes and bagpipes. Female Vocals, Rock, Folk Rock
Uplifting pop rock track with a feel good Southern vibe. Features male vocals, mandolin, electric guitar, banjo, driving bass and a brush train style rhythm. The lyrics work well in scenes involving freedom, declaration of indepedence, road trips, American dream, new adventures, breaking away, glory, Male Vocals, Rock, Southern Rock
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