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Folk Music Feature Writer: Craig Sanders

Folk Music is the well from which all other modern music is drawn from. It is the music of the common people, and at times has also been their voice. In modern times, Folk Music has become the default genre for music that does not fit elsewhere comfortably. Artists as diverse as Townes Van Zandt, Taj Mahal, and The Old 97s fall under Folk's wide umbrella.

This section will cover the entire folk music spectrum: americana, acoustic, bluegrass, alt-country, folk-blues, protest music, roots, singer/songwriters, and traditional music from around the world. From Irish jigs to Iron & Wine, you'll find it here. Check back for frequent updates, in depth analysis, news articles, CD reviews, and profiles of musicians.

Look to Craig Sanders' Blog for a more informal, irreverent, and humorous view on Music.


Feature Writer Articles in Folk Music

 		The True Story of "The Old 97"
How is it that a simple mail train wreck becomes the basis for one of America's most famous folk songs? Here is the true story of "The wreck of the old 97"
The True Story of Alice's Restaurant
Suite101 explores the truth behind that most absurb and hilarious of hippie adventures, "Alice's Restaurant."
The True Story of The Big Rock Candy Mountain
The Big Rock Candy Mountain is not all that it appears to be. Read on for the true story of the big rock candy mountain
The Best Holiday Gift Ideas for Folk Fans
Suite101 does the shopping for you with ideas on the perfect gift for the Folk fan in your life.
The Best Funny Songs For Hannukah and Christmas
Spice up your Manishevitz and put the Nog in your Egg Nog with this playlist of the funniest songs for Hannukah and Christmas.
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Contributing Articles in Folk Music

 		Quotes from The Creek Drank the Cradle
Sam Beam's debut effort revisited through lyrics.
Annie Laurie - The Story Behind the Song
In the quiet Scottish hills of Dumfriesshire there is an area of rounded hills known as Maxwelton Braes. Find out how a girl from there inspired a reknowned love song
Songs of the Edda
The research conducted by Benjamin Bagby provides an insight into the heritage of Iceland's medieval poetry book, the Edda and how it would have been performed.
Brooke White Christmas Special
Those who have been waiting for a studio Christmas album from the superbly talented singer-songwriter can now enjoy her fresh holiday music treat for them.
The Hangman's Beautiful Daughter
The Hangman's Beautiful Daughter was released in 1968, the third album by the band.
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