Music - Folk and Country Music

Here you will learn some English words related to folk and country music such as "neofolk", "blues", and "country soul".

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neofolk [noun]

a genre blending folk, acoustic, and modern elements with philosophical or mythological themes

a genre that combines elements of folk music with progressive rock influences

a genre of music that emerged in the 1960s and combines elements of folk music with psychedelic rock

skiffle [noun]

a genre of music characterized by its use of homemade or improvised instruments and a fusion of folk, blues, and jazz influences

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a genre that fuses folk music with electronic and experimental sounds, blending acoustic instrumentation with electronic production techniques

a modern interpretation of traditional folk, featuring acoustic instrumentation, contemporary songwriting, and diverse influences from different cultures and musical styles

a genre of traditional folk music originating from the Celtic regions of Europe, particularly Ireland, Scotland, and Brittany

Chalga [noun]

a popular music genre from Bulgaria that fuses Bulgarian folk, pop, and oriental influences, known for its catchy melodies, lively rhythms, and provocative lyrics

a genre that blends folk, acoustic, and indie rock influences, featuring intimate songwriting, raw instrumentation, and a DIY ethos

a genre that blends folk, psychedelic, and experimental influences, characterized by unconventional song structures, eccentric lyrics, and a lo-fi or DIY aesthetic

a type of country music that uses unamplified stringed instruments such as banjos, guitars, etc. and is usually high-pitched

a subgenre of country music that incorporates themes of Christian faith and spirituality into the lyrics and messages of the songs

a genre of music that blends elements of country music with rock and roll, featuring electric instrumentation and production techniques

a genre of music that combines elements of country music, Southern rap, and hip hop

a genre that combines country and pop music, featuring catchy melodies, polished production, and pop-inspired lyrics

a genre of music that combines elements of country and soul music, characterized by soulful vocals, emotive performances, and a fusion of country and R&B influences

a type of popular music that combines elements of rock and roll and country, dating back to 1950s

a subgenre of country music that blends traditional country and folk music with elements of rock, punk, and other genres

blues [noun]

a type of folk music with strong rhythms and a melancholic atmosphere, first developed by the African American community in the Southern US

Ex: Her voice had a deep , bluesy quality that fit perfectly with the blues band .
boogie [noun]

an instrumental version of blues with a fast strong beat, played on the piano

a genre of rock music that combines the sound, rhythms, and structures of blues music with the electric instrumentation and production techniques of rock music

a genre influenced by traditional blues music, characterized by electrified instruments, guitar solos, and British rock sensibilities

a genre that blends country and blues, featuring acoustic instruments, heartfelt vocals, and lyrics exploring personal experiences and rural life with a rustic quality

a genre that fuses blues, R&B, and rock with amplified instruments, guitar solos, dynamic rhythms, and soulful vocals

a genre that fuses gospel and blues, featuring soulful vocals, religious themes, and bluesy arrangements

a genre that blends soul and blues, featuring emotive vocals, R&B and gospel influences, and lyrics exploring love, loss, and personal experiences