Contemporary folk releases, week 43

This week in contemporary folk, new releases and retrospectives highlight enduring legacies and emerging voices. Richard Thompson unveils his latest studio album 'Hippies, Thugs and Heroes,' while live recordings from Cameron Winter at Carnegie Hall and Neil Young’s collaboration with Chrome Hearts offer fresh perspectives on the genre’s evolving sound. Reflective pieces on Leonard Cohen, Joni Mitchell, and the enduring influence of Bob Dylan and Simon & Garfunkel underscore the deep roots of contemporary folk. Meanwhile, crowdfunding campaigns and album reviews spotlight both established and rising artists shaping the scene.

1. 01

   Richard Thompson

   Richard Thompson announces new solo studio album 'Hippies, Thugs and Heroes'

   Oct 20 · 5 outlets

2. 02

   Don McLean, The Beatles, Buddy Holly

   Don McLean Released 'American Pie' 55 Years Ago

   Oct 24 · 2 outlets

3. 03

   Leonard Cohen

   Leonard Cohen Released Final Studio Album “You Want It Darker” 10 Years Ago Today

   Oct 21 · 2 outlets

4. 04

   Cameron Winter

   Cameron Winter : Live at Carnegie Hall

   Oct 20 · 2 outlets

5. 05

   Paul Simon, Art Garfunkel

   51 Years Ago Today, Art Garfunkel Took a 41-Year-Old Love Song to No. 1 Without Paul Simon

   Oct 25 · 1 outlet

6. 06

   Bob Dylan, Sara Evans

   Bob Dylan Inspired What Became a Massive Hit for Sara Evans in 2004

   Oct 25 · 1 outlet

7. 07

   Simon & Garfunkel

   Simon & Garfunkel Released “Parsley, Sage, Rosemary And Thyme” 60 Years Ago Today

   Oct 24 · 1 outlet

8. 08

   Caroline Brooks

   SPILL ALBUM REVIEW: CAROLINE MARIE BROOKS – LIGHT AND MATTER

   Oct 23 · 1 outlet

9. 09

   Neil Young, The Chrome Hearts

   Neil Young & the Chrome Hearts - Earth Girl (Official Lyric Video)

   Oct 23 · 1 outlet

10. 10

    Nirosta Steel

    Can Nirosta Steel Survive His Sudden Success?

    Oct 22 · 1 outlet

11. 11

    Bruce Springsteen

    Remembering When Bruce Springsteen Released an Album That Couldn’t Stop Churning Out Hit Singles in 1984

    Oct 22 · 1 outlet

12. 12

    Neil Young

    Neil Young & Crazy Horse Released “Arc” And “Weld” 35 Years Ago Today

    Oct 22 · 1 outlet

13. 13

    Joni Mitchell

    3 Joni Mitchell Lyrics That Are So Beautiful, They Transcend Music

    Oct 21 · 1 outlet

14. 14

    Alice Wallace, Ranger Doug, Leonard Podolak, Archie Fisher

    CROWDFUNDING RADAR: Alice Wallace and Ranger Doug, Leonard Podolak, and Archie Fisher

    Oct 19 · 1 outlet

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