An introduction to Nu-Folk Music Key Artists Key Albums key Tracks Instrumentation Geography Influence

1. Nu-Folk Music
Christopher Baker
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2. Nu-Folk
Exploring a
Modern
Folk
Revival
Contents
Introduction
History and Characteristics
Key Artists
Key Albums
Timeline
Key Record Labels
Instrumentation
Production Techniques
Geography and Themes
Music Influences
Key Tracks
Summary

3. 1: Introduction
• Welcome to the world of Nu-Folk!
• A contemporary take on traditional
folk music.
• Blending old and new to create a
unique sound.

4. 2: History and
Characteristics
Emerged in the 21st
century as a
response to
modernity.
Focuses on
storytelling,
authenticity, and
acoustic instruments.
Often incorporates
elements of indie
and alternative
music.

5. 3: Key Artists
Mumford & Sons
Laura Marling
The Decemberists
Fleet Foxes
Bon Iver
Of Monsters and Men

6. 4: Key Albums
• Sigh No More" - Mumford & Sons
• "I Speak Because I Can" - Laura Marling
• "The Crane Wife" - The Decemberists
• "Fleet Foxes" - Fleet Foxes
• "For Emma, Forever Ago" - Bon Iver

7. 5: Timeline
• Early 2000s: Emergence
of Nu-Folk movement.
• Mid-2000s: Growing
popularity and recognition.
• Late 2000s: Influence on
mainstream and indie
music.

8. 6: Key Record Labels
• Communion Records
• Sub Pop
• Rough Trade
• Domino Recording Co.
• Bella Union

9. 7: Instrumentation
• Acoustic guitars
• Banjos
• Mandolins
• Fiddles
• Harmonicas

10. 8: Production Techniques
Emphasis on
raw and
organic sounds.
Minimalist
arrangements.
Focus on
capturing live
performances.

11. 9: Geography and
Themes
• Often associated with rural and
natural imagery.
• Themes of love, nature, and
introspection.
• Reflects a longing for authenticity
in a modern world.

12. 10: Music
Influences
• Traditional folk music: Storytelling and acoustic
instruments.
• Indie and alternative music: Modern sensibilities
and experimentation.
• Country and Americana: Influences on
Songwriting and melodies.

13. 11: Key
Tracks
"Little Lion Man" - Mumford & Sons
"Ghosts" - Laura Marling
"The Crane Wife 3" - The Decemberists
"White Winter Hymnal" - Fleet Foxes
"Skinny Love" - Bon Iver

14. Lumineers
Ho Hey

15. 12: Summary
Nu-Folk: Modern revival of traditional folk music.
Emphasizes storytelling, acoustic instruments, and authenticity.
Key artists like Mumford & Sons and Laura Marling have shaped the genre.
Blending indie, alternative, and folk influences.