folk music
noun
: the traditional music of the people in a country or region
Irish folk music
also
: a type of popular music that is based on traditional music and that does not use electric instruments
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One of the Mangold film’s antagonists, folklorist and Newport overseer Alan Lomax, is seen and heard debating the idea of purity vs. commercialism in folk music.
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David Browne, Rolling Stone, 22 July 2025
On the wall beyond the shed is a vast display of vinyl, including records that have inspired and informed Nara’s work over the years, from folk music to psychedelia to rock and punk.
—Lee Sharrock, Forbes.com, 22 July 2025
Lyrical storytelling and live folk music weave an emotional and evocative tale of rediscovering love and the everlasting bond of a father and son.
—The Enquirer, 2 July 2025
The California State Fair is showcasing Mexican folk music at two special events in 2025.
Viva El Mariachi headliners Majo Aguilar and Joss Favela will perform on Sunday, July 20, as part of the Toyota Concert Series, fair organizers announced in a Monday news release.
—Sarah Linn, Sacbee.com, 5 May 2025
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David Browne, Rolling Stone, 22 July 2025
On the wall beyond the shed is a vast display of vinyl, including records that have inspired and informed Nara’s work over the years, from folk music to psychedelia to rock and punk.
—Lee Sharrock, Forbes.com, 22 July 2025
Lyrical storytelling and live folk music weave an emotional and evocative tale of rediscovering love and the everlasting bond of a father and son.
—The Enquirer, 2 July 2025
The California State Fair is showcasing Mexican folk music at two special events in 2025.
Viva El Mariachi headliners Majo Aguilar and Joss Favela will perform on Sunday, July 20, as part of the Toyota Concert Series, fair organizers announced in a Monday news release.
—Sarah Linn, Sacbee.com, 5 May 2025
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“Folk music.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/folk%20music. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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