Folk horror is set in remote, isolated areas where nature — and the superstitions of the locals — hold sway. Think: The Wicker Man and Midsommar. It is perfect, spooky, autumnal viewing.

Oktoberfest owner and organizer Mindy Toyne said the move gives the festival a chance to set down roots in a new place.

These 10 groundbreaking Oaxacan artists revolutionized Mexican folk art in ways that continue to reverberate today.

The new subfaction for the Russia-coded nation of Khador brings hedge witches, black goats, and eldritch horrors to the ...

HAMPTON ROADS, Va. - Serious Black is a folk duo, consisting of Drew Lopenzina and Lizzie Black, known for their sweet harmonies, poignant original songs, and pure, organic, acoustic folk ...

Since 1974, Holeman has worked nonstop, handcrafting nontraditional jewelry in metals and enamel that have won her numerous awards and given her access to countless art fairs. The self-taught ...

That summer, in 1950, the folk quartet the Weavers put their chirpy, orchestral version of Lead Belly’s “Goodnight, Irene” at No. 1 for thirteen weeks in America.

We refer to folk music as almost anything a singer/songwriter does with an acoustic instrument. When I worked in record stores in the '70s, Simon and Garfunkel were in the folk section, as was ...

The Current recently spoke with local artist Karl Frey about his education, inspirations, artwork, and his attempts to revive what he calls the Lost American Folk Aesthetic (as Frey stated, it’s ...

He calls it his queer aesthetic. Moreover, he says, if women can become CEOs of major corporations, he can sit at home and sew. “I’m a big, burly guy, and I’m making quilts,” he says.

These developments – the acoustic quality and Parker’s increased vocal presence – tinge the album with an overbearing and overheard folky aesthetic. Low’s extremely moderate tempos have ...