Top 10 Folk Albums of 2025 Revealed
Discover the definitive list of the year's best folk music, from Quinie's soul-rattling Scots songs to Širom's mystical instrumentals. Explore the albums redefining the genre in 2025.
Discover the definitive list of the year's best folk music, from Quinie's soul-rattling Scots songs to Širom's mystical instrumentals. Explore the albums redefining the genre in 2025.
Violinist Laura Cannell's new album, Brightly Shone the Moon, offers a dark, melancholic twist on festive standards. Explore this haunting collection and other new folk releases this December.
The Australian music world mourns the loss of Warren Williams, a pioneering rock singer who died at 85. Read about his legendary career and lasting legacy.
Explore Bog People, a powerful anthology of folk horror stories examining class, hierarchy and inequality across England. Discover dark tales that redefine the genre.
Explore the enchanting village of Hutton-le-Hole in the North York Moors. Discover its red-roofed cottages, fascinating folk museum, and scenic walks. Plan your peaceful retreat today!
Explore the enchanting village of Hutton-le-Hole in North York Moors National Park. Discover red-roofed cottages, a fascinating folk museum, and scenic walks. Plan your peaceful retreat today!
A new documentary, Folktales, follows Norwegian teens trading social media anxiety for survival skills 200 miles above the Arctic Circle. Discover how this radical approach is rebuilding a generation.
Don't miss the critically acclaimed folk horror 'Men' on Film4 tonight at 11:10pm. Starring Jessie Buckley, this A24 film explores grief and toxic masculinity with a 'very disturbing ending'.
Isabella Gellis's eccentric folk horror opera The Devil's Den, featuring morris dancing and a sinister rabbit, receives its first full staging at Leeds's Howard Assembly Room. A unique blend of British folklore and modern mystery.
Whitesnake legend David Coverdale announces retirement after 50+ years in rock music. The British singer confirms he's hanging up his platform shoes for good. Read his emotional farewell message.
John Darnielle delivers another lyrical masterpiece with The Mountain Goats' latest album 'Through This Fire', exploring maritime disasters and human resilience in his signature storytelling style.
Discover how Sara Ajnnak and The Ciderhouse Rebellion create a hauntingly beautiful musical journey through four distinct emotional landscapes in their groundbreaking new release.
American rock icons Journey confirm their last-ever world tour, bringing their legendary anthems to UK audiences one final time across 2025-2026.
At 70, Australian music icon Paul Kelly delivers a stunning album that blends reflection with celebration, proving his songwriting genius only deepens with time.
Music legend James Taylor is returning to British stages in 2026 for an unforgettable tour. Get all the essential details on dates, venues, and ticket information for this highly anticipated concert series.
Folk music legend Joan Baez shares powerful poetic critique of former President Trump, blending political commentary with artistic expression in her latest creative work.
The Australian music industry mourns the loss of legendary singer-songwriter John Williamson, who passed away peacefully at 78 after a remarkable career spanning five decades.
American folk musician Todd Snider faces criminal charges including unlawful firearm possession and resisting arrest, forcing cancellation of his highly anticipated UK tour dates.
Bruce Topple, legendary guitarist of Australian rock band Dragon, has died aged 64 after a long illness, leaving the music industry in mourning.
The music world mourns the loss of Donna Jean Godchaux-MacKay, the celebrated vocalist who graced the Grateful Dead during their most prolific years. Her soulful voice and musical legacy continue to inspire generations of fans worldwide.
Decades after recording in obscurity, Sister Irene O'Connor's haunting lo-fi pop emerges from dusty archives, captivating modern audiences with its timeless quality.
Waxahatchee's Katie Crutchfield teams up with MJ Lenderman and Brad Cook for a stunning EP that showcases raw emotion and masterful storytelling through minimalist folk arrangements.
Australian singer-songwriter Stella Donnelly reveals how the emotional turmoil of friendship endings inspired her powerful new album 'Love and Fortune', discussing growth, grief and musical evolution.
The 2025 Harvest Rock festival in Adelaide transformed the city into a musical paradise with electrifying performances from global superstars and emerging talents, creating an unforgettable weekend of rock revival.
In a stunning revelation that challenges rock star stereotypes, Bon Jovi has crowned Mick Jagger as the friendliest celebrity he's ever encountered, while sharing surprising insights about music industry legends.
The music industry mourns as Chris Turner, iconic drummer of The Straights, passes away unexpectedly at 62, leaving behind a legacy of legendary performances and unforgettable rhythms.
Folk music legend Joan Baez has published a powerful new poem targeting Donald Trump, using vivid biological imagery to condemn the former president in her latest artistic protest.
Explore how horror films from The Blair Witch Project to Hereditary have transformed the genre, creating new subgenres and redefining what terrifies audiences in the 21st century.
Heartbroken Bon Jovi enthusiasts express profound disappointment as promised reunion tour remains elusive, with band's future plans shrouded in uncertainty amid Jon Bon Jovi's vocal recovery journey.
Discover the ultimate guide to Joanna Newsom's musical genius as we count down her 20 most mesmerising compositions, from harp-led folk epics to piano ballads that define a generation.