Murder Ballads
Original and traditional folk, plus assorted covers from filk to prog to quasi-goth to, yes, murder ballads. (Actual murder not included. Probably.)
Murder Ballads recommends:
SJ Tucker: troubadour, dear friend, and force of nature. Choosing just one album of hers is near impossible, but Mischief is as solid an intro to her magic as you'll find.
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The Road To Santiago
by Heather Dale
Another close friend of ours, with an enormous voice and a heart to match. Again, you can't go wrong with any of her work.
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The Elmsley Count
by Adam Fromm
Adam's self-produced first solo album. Several tracks that have entered the Murder Ballads repertoire were heard here first.
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supported by 10 fans who also own “Battle Raven”
A silky, smooth, sultry voice weaving lyrical imagery upon a canvas of exquisite tonal contours. Immensely pleasurable. The bouncy cheer of " Little Bird" is a delightful contrast to the dusky jazz groove of this truly beautiful album. Much gratitude for you S J !
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supported by 9 fans who also own “Battle Raven”
I love Catherynne M. Valente, and this album is such a great tribute to the Fairyland books!
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Mind, Man, Medicine
by The Secret Sisters
The Alabama duo's fifth album exults in dusty Americana, showcasing rich vocal harmonies alongside blissful folk instrumentation.
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