Contemporary folk releases, week 41

This week in contemporary folk, new live recordings and long-awaited albums mark a reflective moment for the genre. Cameron Winter’s performance at Carnegie Hall and The Tallest Man on Earth’s cathartic release highlight intimate storytelling, while Fionn Regan’s announcement of 'Berlin, Berlin' and a forthcoming tour signal a return to the spotlight. Tributes to legends like Bob Dylan, Leonard Cohen, and Neil Young underscore the enduring influence of songwriting pioneers, and archival moments, from Eva Cassidy’s jazz legacy to Joni Mitchell’s unexpected cover, add depth to the genre’s evolving narrative.

1. 01

   Cameron Winter, Deafheaven, Dawn Richard

   Cameron Winter releases live album Live at Carnegie Hall

   Oct 9 · 6 outlets

2. 02

   Cameron Winter, Paul Thomas Anderson

   Cameron Winter at Carnegie Hall review

   Oct 5 · 3 outlets

3. 03

   Richard Thompson

   Post your questions for Richard Thompson

   Oct 11 · 2 outlets

4. 04

   The Tallest Man on Earth, The Bones of J.R. Jones

   The Tallest Man on Earth publie un album cathartique

   Oct 9 · 2 outlets

5. 05

   Fionn Regan

   Fionn Regan announces new album 'Berlin, Berlin' and UK/EU tour

   Oct 5 · 2 outlets

6. 06

   Bob Dylan

   3 Bob Dylan Songs From 1965 That Changed Songwriting as We Know It

   Oct 11 · 1 outlet

7. 07

   Bob Dylan

   Remembering When a Bob Dylan Album Featured a Budding Superstar on Backing Vocals in 1976

   Oct 11 · 1 outlet

8. 08

   Neil Young, Crazy Horse

   Neil Young : ce disque qui a fait entrer Crazy Horse dans l’histoire

   Oct 11 · 1 outlet

9. 09

   Sufjan Stevens

   Sufjan Stevens dans tous ses états : «Come on feel the Illinoise»

   Oct 9 · 1 outlet

10. 10

    Leonard Cohen

    Leonard Cohen Released “Ten New Songs” 25 years Ago Today

    Oct 9 · 1 outlet

11. 11

    Robert Plant

    Robert Plant – Saving Grace: All That Glitters… (EP)

    Oct 9 · 1 outlet

12. 12

    Neil Young, The Chrome Hearts

    Neil Young & The Chrome Hearts - I'll Love You Forever (Official Lyric Video)

    Oct 9 · 1 outlet

13. 13

    John Mellencamp

    On This Day in 1982, John Mellencamp Hit No. 1 With a Classic Inspired by His Small Hometown and Devoted Fans

    Oct 8 · 1 outlet

14. 14

    Bad Bunny, Carin León, Gloria Estefan

    Billboard Español TV Launches New Original Series Featuring Bad Bunny, Carín León, Gloria Estefan & More

    Oct 8 · 1 outlet

15. 15

    Bruce Springsteen

    Il était une fois : " The Ghost of Tom Joad " de Bruce Springsteen

    Oct 8 · 1 outlet

16. 16

    Eva Cassidy

    Eva Cassidy jazz legacy mined in upcoming collection

    Oct 7 · 1 outlet

17. 17

    The Chicks

    Anniversary Cheers: The Chicks “Taking The Long Way” celebrates 20 years

    Oct 7 · 1 outlet

18. 18

    Amanda Seyfried, Joni Mitchell, Ghostface Killah

    Watch Amanda Seyfried’s Sweet Joni Mitchell Cover Get Interrupted by Ghostface

    Oct 7 · 1 outlet

19. 19

    Phoebe Bridgers

    Phoebe Bridgers (and Nine of Her Collaborators) Talk Injecting ‘Fresh Blood’ Into Her ‘Lost Weekend’ Album’s Sound

    Oct 5 · 1 outlet

20. 20

    Chumbawamba

    The Alternative Number Ones: Chumbawamba’s “Tubthumping”

    Oct 5 · 1 outlet

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