Style: Art Pop, Math Pop, Art Rock, Baroque Pop-influenced
Vibes: Romantic, Warm, Intertwined, Uplifting, Intricate, Spring, Love, Anthemic, Angular, Eclectic, Poetic
Dirty Projectors – Swing Lo Magellan Read More »
Style: British Folk Rock, Folk Baroque, Blues-Influenced
Vibes: Uplifting, Intertwined, Romantic, Flowing, Sentimental, Rootsy, Intricate, Responsive, Spring, Warm, Energetic,, Groovy, Traditional
Musical Qualities: Melodic, Polyphonic, Lush, Uncommon Time Signatures, Improvisation, Acoustic
Instrumentation: Acoustic Guitar, Vocal Harmonies, Upright Bass, Drums, Glockenspiel, Sitar, Banjo
Pentangle – Basket of Light Read More »
Influences: English Folk & Loner Songwriters
Moods: Wistful, Pastoral, Reflective, Morning, Flowing, Gentle, Airy, Poetic, Contemplative, Rootsy, Soothing
Musical Qualities: Acoustic, Melodic, Soft, Sparse, Vocal Harmonies, Solo
Meg Baird – Dear Companion Read More »
Vibes: Satirical, Angsty, Pessimistic, Philosophical, Rebellious, Angry, Confident, Groovy
Qualities: Conceptual, Progressive, Riffs, Melodic, Dynamic, Polished Production
Pink Floyd – Animals Read More »
Style: Ecstatic Chamber Rock, Neoclassical New Age, Kosmische Musik
Vibes: Triumphant, Ethereal, Flowing, Pastoral, Bright, Epic, Uplifting, Warm, Spiritual, Peaceful
Instrumentation: Piano, Acoustic & Electric Guitars, Drums, Percussion, Spinett, Flute, Vocals
Popol Vuh – Einsjäger & Siebenjäger Read More »
Style: Chillwave, Synthpop, Synth Funk
Vibes: Retro-Futuristic, Party, Urban, Woozy, Ethereal, Nocturnal, Summer, Sensual, Psychedelic, Playful
Music Qualities: Lush, Catchy, Rhythmic, Polished Production, Melodic
Neon Indian – VEGA INTL. Night School Read More »
Style: Post-Bop
Vibes: Romantic, Anxious, Sentimental, Energetic, Driving, Exploratory, Loose, Moody
Musical Qualities: Polyphonic, Acoustic, Improvisation, Melodic, Modal, Instrumental, Technical
Miles Davis – E.S.P. Read More »
Style: Singer/Songwriter, Folk Rock, Gospel-Influenced, Soul-Influenced
Vibes: Uplifting, Sunny, Passionate, Poetic, Anthemic, Bright, Celebratory, Energetic, Spiritual, Joyful, Optimistic, Romantic, Warm
Musical Qualities: Lush, Lyrical, Catchy, Polished, Melodic
Van Morrison – Into the Music Read More »
Style: Cape Jazz, Afro-Jazz, Spiritual Jazz
Vibes: Warm, Communal, Groovy, Spiritual, Sunny, Warm, Uplifting
Instrumentation: Group Vocals, Tenor Saxophone, Percussion, Flute, Multiple Drummers, Jaw Harp, Upright Bass, Organ, Bongos, Guitar
Style: Free Folk, American Primitivism
Vibes: Sunny, Uplifting, Pastoral, Morning, Rootsy, Spiritual, Warm, Communal
Instrumentation: Banjo, Cello, Fiddle, Harmonium, Acoustic & Electric Guitars, Cigar Box, Sruti Box
Friends of the Road – Sunseekin’ Blues Read More »
Style: Loner Folk, Singer/Songwriter, Dream Folk
Vibes: Reflective, Gentle, Airy, Soothing, Intimate, Dreamy, Contemplative, Peaceful, Philosophical, Introspective, Foggy, Morning, Therapeutic
Musical Qualities: Soft, Acoustic, Sparse, Polished, Melodic
Six Organs of Admittance – Time is Glass Read More »
Style: Slowcore, Post-Rock, Chamber Rock
Vibes: Drifting, Weary, Longing, Celestial, Melancholy, Summer Nights, Patient, Responsive, Flowing, Sombre, Passionate, Kinetic
Musical Qualities: Dynamic, Loose, Melodic, Slow, Atmospheric, Improvisation
Dirty Three – Whatever You Love, You Are Read More »
Style: Singer/Songwriter, Folk Pop, Jazz-Folk
Vibes: Passionate, Conversational, Soothing, Reflective, Romantic, Warm, Existential, Bittersweet, Introspective, Spring, Uplifting, Nature, Mellow, Sentimental, Flowing
Musical Qualities: Lush, Lyrical, Melodic, Soft, Vocal Harmonies
Joni Mitchell – For the Roses Read More »
Style: Analogue Electronic, Kosmische, Minimal Synth
Vibes: Glossy, Optimistic, Soothing, Mechanical, Hypnotic, Sleek, Urban, Focused, Ethereal, Motorik, Futuristic, Uplifting
Cluster – Zuckerzeit Read More »
Style: Collage-Pop, Glitch-Folk, Plunderphonics
Vibe: Surreal, Psychedelic, Peaceful, Cerebral, Meditative, Philosophical, Spiritual, Uplifting, Warm, Playful, Hallucinogenic
Musical Attributes: Sampling, Electro-Acoustic, Melodic, Sound Collage, Vocal Manipulation
The Books – Lost and Safe Read More »
Style: Rock Opera, Classic Rock
Vibes: Angsty, Triumphant, Adolescent, Rebellious, Dramatic, Alienation, Hedonistic, Bittersweet, Bombastic, Energetic
Qualities: Riffs, Dense, Melodic, Thematic, Conceptual, Progressive
The Who – Quadrophenia Read More »
On the Surface
Style: Cool Jazz, Third Stream, Progressive Big Band
Vibes: Elegant, Aquatic, Romantic, Spring, Joyful, Mellow, Uplifting
Musical Qualities: Orchestral, Acoustic, Suite, Lush, Melodic, Instrumental
Miles Davis & Gil Evans – Miles Ahead Read More »
Style: Emo Pop, Indie
Vibes: Sentimental, Bittersweet, Lonely, Nostalgic, Breakup, Reflective, Sad, Longing
Musical Qualities: Catchy, Melodic, Polished, Dynamic, Lyrical
Death Cab For Cutie – Trasatlanticism Read More »
Style: Hip-Hop [Abstract, East Coast, Progressive Boom-Bap]
Vibes: Sci-Fi, Cryptic, Futuristic, Bittersweet, Apocalyptic, Confident, Playful, Conceptual, Surreal
Musical Qualities: Sampling, Beats, Rhythmic, Lush, Lo-Fi, Melodic
King Geedorah – Take Me to Your Leader Read More »
with Reggie Workman, James Black & George Arvanitas
Style: Post-Bop
Vibes: Warm, Joyful, Flowing, Romantic, Soothing, Bluesy, Sentimental
Yusef Lateef – Psychicemotus Read More »
Style: Progressive Folk, Acid Folk
Vibes: Medieval, Romantic, Warm, Bright, Morning, Fantasy, Love, Psychedelic, Mystical
Instrumentation: Acoustic Guitar, Organ, Clarinet, Upright Bass,
C.O.B. – Moyshe McStiff and the Tartan Lancers of the Sacred Heart Read More »
with Emmylou Harris
Style: Country, Singer/Songwriter, Country-Rock
Vibes: Bittersweet, Sentimental, Storytelling, Heartbreak, Twangy, Warm, Longing, Passionate, Poetic, Rootsy
Gram Parsons – Grievous Angel Read More »
Style: Art Pop, Experimental Songwriter
Vibes: Warm, Meditative, Spiritual, Compassionate, Tender, Introspective, Romantic, Hypnotic, Contemplative, Light, Lonely, Longing, Poetic, Buddhist
Musical Qualities: Soft, Home Recording, Melodic, Sparse, Percussive, Rhythmic
Arthur Russell – Another Thought Read More »
Style: Outsider Folk, Singer/Songwriter, Weird Americana
Vibes: Loner, Pastoral, Playful, Reflective, Rootsy, Warm, Aquatic, Peaceful, Mellow, Morning, Rural, Surreal, Relaxed
Musical Qualities: Acoustic, Sparse, Lyrical, Melodic, Simple
Michael Hurley – Blue Navigator Read More »
Style: Progressive Folk, Symphonic Prog
Vibes: Spring, Adventure, Warm, Breezy, Bright, Morning, Pastoral, Peaceful, Playful, Rootsy, Sunny, Surreal, Vibrant, Nature, Uplifting
Musical Qualities: Suite, Lush, Progressive, Technical, Acoustic, Melodic, Soft
Harmonium – Les cinq saisons Read More »
Style: Sophisti-Pop, New Wave, Progressive Pop
Vibes: Spring, Uplifting, Bittersweet, Sentimental, Anthemic, Passionate, Introspective, Spiritual, Peaceful
Musical Qualities: Sleek, Catchy, Melodic, Lush, Rhythmic, Studio-as-an-Instrument, Chora
Talk Talk – The Colour of Spring Read More »
Style: Glitch-Pop, Art Pop, Singer/Songwriter
Vibes: Cryptic, Surreal, Mechanical, Mystical, Existential, Knotty, Warm, Alienation, Bittersweet, Futuristic, Anthemic
Musical Qualities: Glitchy, Catchy, Sampling, Distorted, Vocal Manipulation, Dense, Melodic, Electro-Acoustic, Lush, Vocal Harmonies, Digital Production
Bon Iver – 22, a Million Read More »
Style: Neo-Psychedelia, Space Age Pop, Dream Pop
Vibes: Cryptic, Spacey, Retro-Futuristic, Occult, Hypnotic, Ethereal, Existential Mellow, Bittersweet, Dreamy, Romantic, Surreal, Playful, Deadpan, Tender, Lullaby
Musical Qualities: Lush, Studio-as-an-Instrument, Catchy, Motorik, Melodic, Noisy
Broadcast – Haha Sound Read More »
Style: Canterbury Scene, Progressive Pop, Jazz Rock
Vibes: Whimsical, Romantic, Sunny, Anthemic, Fantasy, Epic, Playful, Pastoral, Warm, Complex, Eccentric, Optimistic
Musical Qualities: Catchy, Progressive, Rhythmic, Riffs, Lush, Improvisation, Technical, Melodic, Vocal Harmonies
Caravan – In the Land of Grey and pink Read More »
Style: Folk-Rock, Singer/Songwriter, Progressive Folk
Vibes: Mystical, Storytelling, Mythic, Warm, Occult, Philosophical
Musical Qualities: Lyrical, Lush, Melodic, Acoustic
Alasdair Roberts – Spoils Read More »
featuring Charlie Haden, Ed Blackwell, Billy Higgins, Dewey Redman, Asha Puthli, Gerard Schwarg, Carmon Fornatto, Don Cherry, Bobby Bradford
Style: Free-Bop, Jazz Fission, Avant-Garde Jazz
Vibes: Energetic, Urban, Driving, Knotted, Apocalyptic, Communal, Chaotic, Abstract, Eclectic
Ornette Coleman – Science Fiction Read More »
Style: Psych Pop, Folk Rock
Vibes: Sunny, Bittersweet, Psychedelic, Playful, Catchy
Musical Qualities: Vocal Harmonies, Melodic, Polished
The Byrds – Younger Than Yesterday Read More »
with Anna Butters (Upright Bass, Electric Bass) & Jeff Parker (Electric Guitar)
Style: Jazz Fusion, Jazz-Funk
Vibes: Sunny, Groovy, Breezy, Relaxed, Mellow
Daniel Villareal – Lados B Read More »
Style: Weird Americana, Folk-Rock, Singer/Songwriter
Vibes: Cryptic, Autumnal, Warm, Rural, Sardonic, Observational, Apathetic, Mellow, Peaceful, Playful. Twangy
Musical Qualities: Lush, Loops, Electro-Acoustic, Percussive, Melodic, Lyrical, Studio-as-an-Instrument
Califone – Villagers Read More »
Style: Weird Americana, Country-Psych, Space Folk
Moods: Stoned, Earthy, Fuzzy, Warm, Rural, Playful, Sunny, Meandering
MV & EE with the Golden Road – Drone Trailer Read More »
“But stand brave, life-liver, bleeding out your days in the river of time.
Stand brave: time moves both ways, in the nullifying, defeating, negating, repeating joy of life.
The moment of your greatest joy sustains: not axe nor hammer, tumor, tremor, can take it away, and it remains.
And it pains me to say, I was wrong. Love is not a symptom of time. Time is just a symptom of love”
Joanna Newsom – Divers Read More »
Style: Canterbury Scene, Progressive Pop
Moods: Plaintive, Playful, Lonely, Longing, Melancholy, Dreamy, Eccentric, Tender, Sentimental
Instrumentation: Mellotron, Piano, Drums, Organ, Electric Bass, Electric Guitar, Electric Piano, Drums, Voice
Style: Roots Rock, Blues Rock, Singer/Songwriter
Moods: Confident, Laid Back, Sensual, Romantic, Mellow Swagger, Road Trip, Warm, Sunny, Bluesy, Sexual, Rootsy
Musical Qualities: Lush, Groovy, Melodic, Sleek
Style: Americana, Roots-Rock, Singer/Songwriter
Moods: Romantic, Rural, Personal, Autumnal, Sunny, Warm, Light, Joyful, Love, Morning, Reflective, Sentimental, Uplifting
Bob Dylan & The Band – Planet Waves Read More »
Style: Singer/Songwriter, Chamber Folk, Americana
Moods: Contemplative, Tender, Introspective, Warm, Soothing, Lethargic, Philosophical, Existential
Instrumentation: Acoustic Guitar, Violins, Viola, Mandolin, Vocal Harmonies, Keyboards, Saxophone
Bonnie Prince Billy – Keeping Secrets Will Destroy You Read More »
Styles: Singer/Songwriter, Folk-Pop, Jazz-Rock
Moods: Reflective, Poetic, Bittersweet, Romantic, Warm, Playful, Sentimental, Energetic, Groovy, Passionate, Melancholy, Sunny
Musical Qualities: Lyrical, Live, Melodic, Soft
Joni Mitchell & the L.A. Express – Miles of Aisles Read More »
Style: Noise Pop, Shoegaze, Dream Pop
Moods: Autumnal, Warm, Twee, Heartfelt, Tender, Eclectic, Hypnotic, Romantic, Soothing, Lethargic, Melancholy
Musical Qualities: Melodic, Noisy, Catchy, Soft, Washy, Lush, Motorik
Yo La Tengo – I Can Hear the Heart Beating as One Read More »
Style: Jazz, Solo Piano
Moods: Reflective, Personal, Elegant, Introspective, Mellow, Sentimental, Soothing
Musical Qualities: Sparse, Improvisation, Acoustic, Melodic
Mingus Plays Piano Read More »
Style: Neo-Psychedelia, Space Age Pop, Dream Pop
Moods: Surreal, Cryptic, Hauntological, Occult, Spacey, Retro-Futuristic, Deadpan, Cold, Restrained, Dreamy, Ethereal, Hypnotic, Mellow
Musical Qualities: Studio-as-an-Instrument, Lush, Melodic, Slow, Atmospheric
Broadcast – The Noise Made By People Read More »
Style: Gothic-Pop, Post-Punk
Moods: Moody, Bittersweet, Romantic, Depressive, Ethereal, Dramatic, Playful, Nocturnal, Longing, Psychedelic
Musical Qualities: Catchy, Chorus & Reverb Heavy, Atmospheric
The Cure – A Head on the Door Read More »
Styles: Post-Rock, Jazz-Rock, Spaghetti-Western
Moods: Pastoral, Urban, Impressionistic, Western, Hypnotic, Driving, Exploratory
Musical Qualities: Riffs, Thematic Improvisation, Instrumental, Dub
bundy K. Brown / Doug Scharin / James Warden – Directions in Music Read More »
Style: Drone Pop, Shoegaze, Noise Pop, Dream Pop, Tape Music
Moods: Ethereal, Hypnotic, Warm, Sedated, Blissful, Deconstructed, Tender, Summer, Romantic, Peaceful, Passionate, Dreamy, Meditative, Surreal
Musical Qualities: Loops, Washy, Lush, Melodic, Noisy, Sampling, Dense, Studio-as-an-Instrument
Jefre Cantu-Ledesma – On the Echoing Green Read More »
Style: Collage Pop, Plunderphonics, Dance, Neo-Psychedelia, Turntablism
Moods: Summer, Playful, Uplifting, Bittersweet, Breakup, Tropical, Sunny, Warm, Romantic, Energetic
Musical Qualities: Sampling, Suite, Lush, Collage, Melodic, Rhythmic, Dense
The Avalanches – Since I Left You Read More »
Style: Art Rock, Shoegaze, Dream Pop
Moods: Brooding, Melancholy, Reflective, Breakup, Intertwined, Angsty, Ethereal, Existential, Hypnotic
Musical Qualities: Lush, Polished, Melodic, Dynamic
Blonde Redhead – 23 Read More »
Styles: Slacker Rock, Neo-Psychedelia, Bedroom Pop, Singer/Songwriter
Moods: Introspective, Bittersweet, Sentimental, Reflective, Kaleidoscopic, Warm, Melancholy, Intimate, Whimsical, Nostalgic, Eclectic, Heartfelt, Psychedelic, Summer, Existential
Musical Qualities: Catchy, Riffs, Home Recording, Melodic, Vocal Manipulation, Studio-as-an-Instrument
Styles: Griot Music, Mande Music, Afro-Jazz
Moods: Uplifting, Earthy, Sunny, Communal, Dance, Joyful, Passionate, Peaceful, Playful, Ritualistic, Spiritual, Warm, Tribal, Utopian
Musical Qualities: Percussive, Polyrhythmic, Acoustic, Melodic, Technical
Mandingo Griot Society Read More »
Style: Folk-Pop
Moods: Gardening, Warm, Mellow, Uplifting, Breezy, Spring, Healing, Joyful, Light, Playful
Musical Qualities: Catchy, Soft, Melodic, Lyrical, Simple, Vocal Harmonies
Little Wings – Light Green Leaves Read More »
Style: Singer/Songwriter, Art-Rock
Moods: Longing, Bittersweet, Passionate, Heartbreak, Angsty, Sentimental, Romantic, Introspective, Sensual, Existential, Poetic, Sad, Sombre
Musical Qualities: Dynamic, Lush, Melodic, Polished Production, Orchestral Arrangements, Gospel Background Vocals
Jeff Buckley – Grace Read More »
Style: Noise Pop, Dream Pop, Shoegaze
Moods: Bittersweet, Tender, Melancholy, Romantic, Nocturnal, Reflective, Sentimental, Warm, Driving, Hypnotic
Musical Qualities: Dynamic, Catchy, Atmospheric, Noisy, Soft, Fuzzy
Yo La tengo – Extra Painful Read More »
Style: Progressive Rock, Shoegaze-Influenced
Moods: Passionate, Epic, Melancholy, Cryptic, Sentimental, Moody, Longing, Cathartic, Dark, Triumphant, Monolithic
Musical Qualities: Complex, Progressive, Melodic, Uncommon Time Signatures, Polished, Atmospheric, Dynamic, Dense
Oceansize – Frames Read More »
Style: Acid Rock, Blues Rock
Moods: Psychedelic, Warm, Surreal, Confident, Playful, Sunny, Colorful
Musical Qualities: Riffs, Bluesy, Melodic, Technical
Cream – Disraeli Gears Read More »
Style: Americana, Singer/Songwriter, Country-Psych, Roots Rock
Moods: Reflective, Western, Road Trip, Desert, Warm, Groovy, Laid Back, Cinematic, Psychedelic
Musical Qualities: Lyrical, Lush, Vocal Harmonies, Dub Production, Melodic, Rhythmic
Instrumentation: Acoustic & Electric Guitars, Organ, Drum Machine, Slide Guitars (Pedal Steel & Lap Steel), Harmonica, Synthesizers, Saxophone, Drums, Electric Bass
Scott Hirsch – Blue Rider Songs Read More »
Style: Americana, Singer/Songwriter, Alt-Country
Moods: Drifter, Surreal, Poetic, Twangy, Colorful, Eccentric, Sunny, Uplifting, Playful, Observational, Contemplative, Warm, Rural, Sentimental, Storytelling
Jim White – Waffles, Triangles & Jesus Read More »
Style: Singer/Songwriter, Dream-Folk
Moods: Reflective, Flowing, Dreamy, Bittersweet, Melancholy, Pastoral, Mellow, Breezy, Haunting, Morning, Contemplative, Poetic, Peaceful, Soothing
Meg Baird – Furling Read More »
Style: Singer/Songwriter, Folk-Rock, Heartland Rock
Moods: Breezy, Warm, Road Trip, Carefree, Sunny, Uplifting, Peaceful, Anthemic
Personnel:
Steve Gunn – Guitar, Vocals; Jim Elkington – Guitar, Dobro; John Truscinksi – Drums; Nathan Bowles – Percussion, Pian; Justin Tripp – Electric Bass; Jason Meagher – Electric Bass; Hans Chew – Wurlitzer
Steve Gunn – Ancient Jules Read More »
Style: Chamber-Jazz
Moods: Elegant, Peaceful, Airy, Flowing, Mellow
Musical Qualities: Polyphonic, Improvisation, Technical, Melodic, Soft
Personnel
James Newton – Flute; John Blake – Violin; Anthony Davis – Piano; Slide Hampton – Trombone; Billy Hart – Drums; Jay Haggard – Vibraphone; Cecil McBee – Upright Bass
James Newton – James Newton Read More »
Style: Singer/Songwriter, Country-Rock
Moods: Longing, Introspective, Loner, Bittersweet, Romantic, Alienation, Rustic, Sentimental
Musical Qualities: Melodic, Lush, Polished, Orchestral Arrangements
Neil Young – Neil Young Read More »
Style: British Folk-Rock, Singer/Songwriter
Moods: Autumnal, Bittersweet, Energetic, Sentimental, Heartfelt, Storytelling, Romantic, Warm
Musical Qualities: Lush, Vocal Harmonies, Acoustic, Melodic
Instrumentation: Acoustic Guitar, Mandolin, Accordion, Fiddle, Flute, Shakuhachi, Trumpet
Richard & Linda Thompson – Pour Down Like Silver Read More »
Style: Progressive Bluegrass, Folk, Americana
Moods: Rural, Rootsy, Sunny, Bittersweet, Energetic, Joyful, Storytelling, Summer, Warm
Instrumentation: Acoustic Guitar, Mandolin, Fiddle, Cello, Banjo, Dobro
Norman Blake – Old and New Read More »
Style: ECM Jazz, Atmospheric Jazz Fusion
Vibe: Ethereal, Adventurous, Autumnal, Pastoral, Misty, Impressionistic, Complex, Intricate
Musical Qualities: Thematic Improvisation, Reverbed Production, Chorus FX, Melodic, Uncommon Time Signatures
Instrumentation: Upright Bass (w/ heavy chorus), Soprano Saxophone, Keyboards, Drums
Eberhard Weber – Yellow Fields Read More »
Styles: Ambient Jazz, Fourth World, Chamber Jazz, New Age
Moods: Ethereal, Introspective, Healing, Reflective, Inner Turmoil, Existential, Meditative, Personal, Religious
Musical Qualities: Electro-Acoustic, Field Recordings, Melodic, Percussive, Pulse, Technical
Joseph Shabason – The Fellowship Read More »
Style: SInger-Songwriter, Progressive Country, Chamber Folk
Moods: Reflective, Longing, Heartbreak, Autumnal, Contemplative, Melancholy, Bittersweet, Sentimental, Heartfelt, Lonely, Rainy
Musical Qualities: Lush, Suite, Lyrical, Orchestral, Melodic
Mickey Newbury – Heaven Help the Child Read More »
Style: Country, Singer/Songwriter, Folk Pop
Moods: Heartbreak, Tender, Longing, Lonely, Heartfelt, Twangy
Linda Ronstadt – Silk Purse Read More »
Style: Canterbury Scene, Jazz-Rock, Progressive Pop
Moods: Surreal, Playful, Warm, Cryptic, Bittersweet, Eccentric, Imaginative, Meandering, Bright
Musical Qualities: Suite, Melodic, Studio-as-an-Instrument, Progressive, Experimental Vocals
Instrumentation: Piano, Trumpet, Vocals, Electric Bass, Saxophone, Bass Clarinet, Drums
Robert Wyatt – Ruth is Stranger Than Richard Read More »
Style: Country, Singer/Songwriter
Moods: Autumnal, Heartbreak, Longing, Sentimental, Tender, Rustic, Bittersweet, Introspective, Warm
Musical Qualities: Lush, Vocal Harmonies, Soft, Melodic
Emmylou Harris – Pieces of the Sky Read More »
Style: Appalachian Folk, Piedmont Blues
Vibe: Pastoral, Rootsy, Morning, Rustic, Bright, Spiritual, Warm, Passionate, Contemplative
Musical Qualities: Solo Instrumentals, Acoustic, Melodic, Sparse, Fingerstyle
Instruments: Fiddle, Banjo, Acoustic Guitar, Dulcimer, Harmonica
Instrumental Music of the Southern Appalachians Read More »
Style: Canterbury Scene, Progressive Pop, Art Rock, Singer/Songwriter
Vibe: Playful, Uplifting, Eclectic, Joyful, Eccentric, Stoned, Warm, Eccentric, Romantic
Musical Qualities: Catchy, Lush, Melodic, Lyrical, Orchestral
Kevin Ayers – Whatevershesbringswesing Read More »
Style: Chamber Pop, Ambient Pop
Moods: Sentimental, Bittersweet, Mellow, Reflective, Ethereal, Flowing, Dreamy, Passionate, Sad
Musical Qualities: Soft, Slow, Lush, Lyrical, Polished, Dynamic
Instrumentation: Synthesizers, Electric Guitar, Drums, Trumpet, Upright Bass, Fender Rhodes, Organ, Cello, Trombone, Euphonium, Tuba, Baritone Saxophone, Tenor Saxophone
The Antlers – Familiars Read More »
Style: British Folk, Singer/Songwriter, Chamber Folk, Celtic Folk
Moods: Morning, Tender, Bright, Reflective, Mellow, Romantic, Breezy, Spring
Instrumentation: Acoustic Guitar, Violin, Drums, Electric Bass, Mandolin, Drums, Percussion, Banjo, Harmonica
Bert Jansch – A Rare Conundrum Read More »
Styles: Singer-Songwriter, Chamber Folk, Math-Pop
Moods: Breezy, Flowing, Intertwined, Morning, Warm, Dreamy, Sunny, Spring, Bright, Colorful, Forest, Soothing
Musical Qualities: Soft, Lush, Melodic, Catchy, Loose, Fingerstyle
Instrumentation: Electric Guitar, Violin, Flute, Drums, Bass, Piano, Recorder
Samara Lubelski – The Fleeting Skies Read More »
Style: Singer/Songwriter, Americana, Country-Rock
Moods: Bittersweet, Humorous, Storytelling, Twangy, Sunny, Road Trip, Playful, Poetic, Warm, Sentimental, Twangy
Musical Qualities: Acoustic, Lyrical, Background Gospel Singers, Vocal Harmonies, Melodic
John Prine – Sweet Revenge Read More »
Style: Folk Pop, Dream-Folk, Progressive Pop, Slowcore
Vibe: Spring, Warm, Intertwined, Ethereal, Introspective, Cryptic, Poetic, Misty, Gentle, Soothing, Bittersweet
Musical Qualities: Lush, Polished, Melodic, Progressive
Style: Singer/Songwriter, Roots Rock, Americana
Moods: Confident, Sunny, Smooth, Warm, Carefree, Romantic, Sexual, Relaxed, Bluesy, Rootsy
Musical Qualities: Melodic, Groovy, Polished, Tight
J.J. Cale – Troubadour Read More »
Style: Folk-Pop, British Folk, Singer-Songwriter
Moods: Romantic, Sunny, Uplifting, Passionate, Joyful, Flowing, Warm
Musical Qualities: Vocal Harmonies, Lush, Groovy, Polished, Melodic, Chamber Arrangements
Richard & Linda Thompson – First Light Read More »
Style: Singer/Songwriter, Country, Cosmic American Music
Moods: Reflective, Heartbreak, Longing, Bittersweet, Sentimental, Twangy, Warm
Musical Qualities: Vocal Harmonies, Melodic, Lush, Soft
Style: Ambient
Vibe: Enveloping, Intricate, Reflective, Dreamy
Musical Attributes: Atmospheric, Melodic, Sampling, Tape Hiss, Studio-as-an-Instrument, Looping
fightmaster – sunday driver Read More »
Style: Roots Reggae, Dub
Moods: Spiritual, Conscious, Mystical, Groovy, Warm, Uplifting, Mellow, Tropical, Nature, Political
Musical Qualities: Vocal Harmonies, Melodic, Rhythmic
Black Uhuru – Black Sounds of Freedom Read More »
Style: Weird Americana, Country-Psych
Moods: Warm, Romantic, Sunny, Rustic, Summer, Meandering, Carefree, Uplifting, Playful
Musical Qualities: Fuzzy, Melodic, Dense, Loose
MV + EE – Barn Nova Read More »
Style: Neo-Psychedelia, Psych Pop
Moods: Hallucinogenic, Warm, Eccentric, Uplifting, Whimsical, Comforting, Spring, Playful, Romantic, Messy
Musical Qualities: Dense, Melodic, Dynamic, Rhythmic
Animal Collective – Feels Read More »
Style: Post-Bop
Moods: Elegant, Intertwined, Airy, Longing, Responsive, Tender, Peaceful, Communal
Musical Qualities: Ballads, Improvisation, Thematic, Acoustic, Melodic, Complex
Instrumentation: Upright Bass, Tenor Saxophone, Electric Guitar, Drums
Joshua Abrams’ Cloud Script Read More »
Style: Neo-Psychedelia, Free Pop, Progressive Songwriter, Hypnagogic Pop, Psychedelic Jazz-Folk
Moods: Uplifting, Personal, Existential, Warm, Groovy, Summer, Surreal, Psychedelic
Musical Qualities: Studio-as-an-Instrument, Processed Vocals, Melodic, Home Recording, Dense, Catchy
Yves Jarvis – The Zug Read More »
Style: Singer/Songwriter, Chamber Folk
Moods: Reflective, Poetic, Intimate, Lonely, Loving, Wise, Compassionate, Tender, Soothing, Contemplative, Bittersweet, Rustic, Peaceful, Melancholy, Intricate, Pastoral
Musical Qualities: Acoustic, Lush, Vocal Harmonies, Soft, Melodic
Joan Shelley – The Spur Read More »
ft. jaimie branch, Tyler Damon, Sam Wagster, Cameron Knowler, David Grubbs, Ryley Walker, & Yasmin Williams
FFO: Jim O’Rourke (Bad Timing / The Visitor), William Tyler, Ry Cooder Instrumentals, Gastr Del Sol, Elkhorn, Moon Bros, Appalachian Folk, Leo Kottke, Jack Rose
Eli Winter – Eli Winter Read More »
Style: Psych-Pop, Neo-Psychedelia, Acid Folk
Vibe: Aquatic, Ethereal, Peaceful, Hallucinogenic, Reflective, Hypnotic, Mellow, Surreal, Uplifting, Warm, Existential
Musical Qualities: Catchy, Soft, Melodic, Atmospheric, Vocal Fx, Analogue Recording
Avey Tare – Cows on Hourglass Pond Read More »
Style: Folk, Singer/Songwriter
Vibe: Morning, Reflective, Soothing, Gentle, Bittersweet, Warm, Mellow, Contemplative
Musical Qualities: Acoustic, Lush, Soft, Vocal Harmonies, Melodic, Sparse, Polished Production
Instrumentation: Fingerstyle Acoustic Guitar, Banjo, Piano, Harmonium, Glockenspiel, Keyboards
Joan Shelley – Over and Even Read More »
Style: Jazz Fusion, Cosmic Jazz-Funk
Vibe: Spacey, Sunny, Warm, Spiritual, Uplifting
Musical Qualities: Improvisation, Groovy, Instrumental, Melodic
George Duke – The Inner Source Read More »
Style: Post-Bop, Progressive Big Band
Vibe: Elegant, Romantic, Nocturnal, Bustling, Passionate, Warm, Complex, Energetic
Musical Qualities: Polyphonic, Progressive, Dense, Technical, Acoustic, Improvisation, Lush, Melodic
Charles Mingus – Mingus Mingus Mingus Mingus Mingus Read More »
Style: Country Rock, Americana, Singer/Songwriter
Vibe: Sunny, Rustic, Romantic, Warm, Summer, Sleek, Mellow
Musical Qualities: Vocal Harmonies, Lush Arrangements, Polished Production, Melodic, Groovy, Technical
Jimmy Carter and Dallas County Green – Summer Brings the Sunshine Read More »
Style: Chamber Jazz, Solo Cello
Vibe: Longing, Contemplative, Elegant, Focused, Introspective, Driving, Passionate, Searching
Musical Qualties: Virtuosic, Acoustic, Sparse, Instrumental, Improvisation, Dynamic, Rhythmic, Melodic
Dave Holland – Life Cycle Read More »
Style: Spiritual Folk, Outsider Folk
Vibe: Mystical, Pantheistic, Contemplative, Uplifting, Enchanting, Intimate, Heartfelt, Forest, Ritualistic, Meditative, Morning, Warm, Storytelling
Musical Qualities: Acoustic, Suite, Spoken Word, Melodic, Lyrical
Instrumentation: 12-String Banjo, Acoustic Guitar, Marimba, Vibraphone, Vocal Harmonies, Gong, Percussion, Shakuhachi,
Fountainsun – Sweep the Temple Read More »
featuring Ryuichi Sakamoto, Holger Czukay, Jon Hassell, Danny Thompson, & Mark Isham
Style: Sophisti-Pop, Art Pop, Ambient Pop
Vibe: Longing, Introspective, Elegant, Ethereal, Sentimental, Sleek, Melancholy, Contemplative, Autumnal, Mellow, Sombre, Nocturnal
Musical Qualities: Polished Production, Melodic, Rhythmic
David Sylvian – Brilliant Trees Read More »
Style: Singer/Songwriter, Progressive Country
Vibe: Introspective, Reflective, Heartfelt, Bittersweet, Longing, Lush, Warm, Soothing, Rustic, Tender, Sentimental, Spiritual, Contemplative, Intimate
Musical Qualities: Acoustic, Lyrical, Melodic, Orchestral, Polished, Background Vocals
Mickey Newbury – I Came to Hear the Music Read More »
Albert Ayler – Tenor & Alto Saxophones, Vocals
Alan Silva – Upright Bass
Milford Graves – Drums & Percussion
Call Cobbs Jr. – Harpsichord
Donald Ayler – Trumpet
Vibe: Ecstatic, Passionate, Anthemic, Energetic, Spiritual, Joyful, Deconstructed, Uplifting
Musical Qualities: Thematic, Collective Improvisation, Acoustic, Loose, Melodic
Style: Spiritual Jazz, Free Jazz
Albert Ayler – Love Cry Read More »
Style: Acid Folk, Free Folk
Vibe: Forest, Mystical, Gentle, Hypnotic, Colorful, Whimsical, Ritualistic, Heartfelt, Nature, Pastoral, Psychedelic
Musical Qualities: Acoustic, Lo-Fi, Melodic, Raw, Off-Key, Soft, Raga, Electro-Acoustic, Percussive
The Skygreen Leopards – Child God in the Garden of Idols Read More »
Style: Brit-Folk, Chamber Folk, Jazz-Folk
Vibe: Flowing, Morning, Breezy, Warm, Medieval, Sentimental, Rootsy, Mellow, Pastoral, Uplifting
Musical Qualities: Vocal Harmonies, Acoustic, Traditional, Melodic, Improvisation
Instrumentation: Acoustic Guitars (Fingerstyle), Vocals, Upright Bass, Sitar, Dulcimer, Banjo, Recorder, Harmonica, Electric Guitar, Drums
Pentangle – Solomon’s Seal Read More »
