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David Mallett
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David Mallett (born in Sebec, Maine, on 21 April 1951; died 17 December 2024) was an American singer-songwriter remembered for writing the … read moreDavid Mallett (born in Sebec, Maine, on 21 April 1951; died 17 December 2024) was an American singer-songwriter remembered for writing the "folk standard" composition "Garden Song". Mallett played folk songs founded … read moreDavid Mallett (born in Sebec, Maine, on 21 April 1951; died 17 December 2024) was an American singer-songwriter remembered for writing the "folk standard" composition "Garden Song". Mallett played folk songs founded on his experiences of New England but tackling current globa… read more
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Bill Staines
11,770 listeners
Bill Staines is an American songwriter and folk singer from New England, well known for composing children's songs as well as folk son… read moreBill Staines is an American songwriter and folk singer from New England, well known for composing children's songs as well as folk songs with a timeless quality. In the early 1960s he started his professional career in the Cambridge… read moreBill Staines is an American songwriter and folk singer from New England, well known for composing children's songs as well as folk songs with a timeless quality. In the early 1960s he started his professional career in the Cambridge, Massachusetts area. Staines began touring nationwide a few… read more
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John McCutcheon
14,607 listeners
John McCutcheon has emerged as one of our most respected and loved folksingers. As an instrumentalist, he is a master of a dozen different … read moreJohn McCutcheon has emerged as one of our most respected and loved folksingers. As an instrumentalist, he is a master of a dozen different traditional instruments, most notably the rare and beautiful hammer dulcimer. His songwriting has … read moreJohn McCutcheon has emerged as one of our most respected and loved folksingers. As an instrumentalist, he is a master of a dozen different traditional instruments, most notably the rare and beautiful hammer dulcimer. His songwriting has been hailed by critics and singers around the globe. His twe… read more
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Johnsmith
1,576 listeners
At a time when national fame, fortune and reputation are often awarded to performers of pedestrian and limited talents and abilities, it is… read moreAt a time when national fame, fortune and reputation are often awarded to performers of pedestrian and limited talents and abilities, it is wholly refreshing to encounter an artist whose work – often grossly under-recognised – possesses … read moreAt a time when national fame, fortune and reputation are often awarded to performers of pedestrian and limited talents and abilities, it is wholly refreshing to encounter an artist whose work – often grossly under-recognised – possesses a genius that cannot be denied, ignored or overlooked. Johns… read more
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Garnet Rogers
2,646 listeners
Garnet Rogers (born May 1955) is a Canadian folk musician, singer, songwriter and composer. He began his professional career working with h… read moreGarnet Rogers (born May 1955) is a Canadian folk musician, singer, songwriter and composer. He began his professional career working with his brother, folk musician Stan Rogers, and arranging Stan's music. Since Stan Rogers' d… read moreGarnet Rogers (born May 1955) is a Canadian folk musician, singer, songwriter and composer. He began his professional career working with his brother, folk musician Stan Rogers, and arranging Stan's music. Since Stan Rogers' death in 1983, Garnet Rogers has pursued his own career. Whil… read more
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Anne Hills
3,500 listeners
Anne Hills (born October 18, 1953) is an American folk singer-songwriter. As well as sole recordings, she has recorded albums in the trio Priscilla Herdman, Anne Hills, and Cindy Mangsen, the duo Anne Hills & Cindy Mangsen as well as… read moreAnne Hills (born October 18, 1953) is an American folk singer-songwriter. As well as sole recordings, she has recorded albums in the trio Priscilla Herdman, Anne Hills, and Cindy Mangsen, the duo Anne Hills & Cindy Mangsen as well as the duo Tom Paxton & Anne Hills and the trio Tom Paxton… read more
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Claudia Schmidt
2,202 listeners
Claudia Schmidt is a musician who has recorded folk, jazz, blues, and spoken word albums. She plays guitar and Appalachian dulcimer and sin… read moreClaudia Schmidt is a musician who has recorded folk, jazz, blues, and spoken word albums. She plays guitar and Appalachian dulcimer and sings. She has appeared numerous times on the radio program, A Prairie Home Companion. She has record… read moreClaudia Schmidt is a musician who has recorded folk, jazz, blues, and spoken word albums. She plays guitar and Appalachian dulcimer and sings. She has appeared numerous times on the radio program, A Prairie Home Companion. She has recorded with Peter Ostroushko as well as Steve Tibbetts. She also… read more
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Lucy Kaplansky
77,945 listeners
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Four Bitchin' Babes
1,527 listeners
The Four Bitchin' Babes is a group of female singer-songwriters with rotating membership performing mainly humorous, satirical, or lig… read moreThe Four Bitchin' Babes is a group of female singer-songwriters with rotating membership performing mainly humorous, satirical, or light-hearted songs in the folk genre. Founded in 1990 by Christine Lavin, this is a four-woman in-t… read moreThe Four Bitchin' Babes is a group of female singer-songwriters with rotating membership performing mainly humorous, satirical, or light-hearted songs in the folk genre. Founded in 1990 by Christine Lavin, this is a four-woman in-the-round group of songwriters. The roster has changed over t… read more
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Holly Near
7,715 listeners
Holly Near (born June 6, 1949 in Ukiah, California) is an American singer-songwriter, teacher and social change activist. During her long c… read moreHolly Near (born June 6, 1949 in Ukiah, California) is an American singer-songwriter, teacher and social change activist. During her long career in folk and protest music, Holly Near has worked with a wide array of musicians, including R… read moreHolly Near (born June 6, 1949 in Ukiah, California) is an American singer-songwriter, teacher and social change activist. During her long career in folk and protest music, Holly Near has worked with a wide array of musicians, including Ronnie Gilbert, Pete Seeger, Arlo Guthrie, Mercedes Sosa, Ber… read more