folk music
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The concert leaned heavily on the band's new album Arirang, which folds the melody and mythology of Korea's folk music into the band's hyperactive, experimental pop sound.
From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026
It’s not just about folk music; it’s about the artists — the people, really — who make it.
From Salon • Feb. 5, 2026
Mustafa — the richly baritoned Toronto singer-songwriter whose 2024 LP “Dunya” drew wide praise — has become a significant figure straddling global folk music and activism.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 11, 2026
Born in Glasgow into a singing family, he released a number of albums over the years and was among the earliest steel-string players in British folk music.
From BBC • Nov. 2, 2025
Although these modern tunes do not fit the traditional definition, they are also called folk music.
From "Understanding Basic Music Theory" by Catherine Schmidt-Jones and Russel Jones
