The Milk Carton Kids
The Milk Carton Kids

The Milk Carton Kids

USARock, Folk Rock
440,907 monthly listeners
  • 183.4K followers
  • 16.7K subscribers
  • 56.2K followers
  • 1.1K followers
  • 2.2K followers

The Milk Carton Kids's Top Spotify Songs

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Michigan
81.1K streams
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Wish You Were Here
26.9K streams
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Boulder To Birmingham - Live
20K streams
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Younger Years
18.9K streams
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Whisper In Her Ear
13.8K streams
81.1K
Streams last week
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Boulder To Birmingham - Live

Emmylou Harris, Buddy Miller, Mavis Staples, Shawn Colvin, The Milk Carton Kids, Chris Hillman, Herb Pedersen, Holly Williams, Chris Coleman, Trampled By Turtles, Lucinda Williams, Rodney Crowell, Lee Ann Womack, Daniel Lanois, Iron & Wine, Shovels & Rope, Mary Chapin Carpenter, Vince Gill, Patty Griffin, Conor Oberst, Martina McBride, Sheryl Crow, Kris Kristofferson, Alison Krauss, Steve Earle, Sara Watkins
18.9K
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The Milk Carton Kids's YouTube Videos

2.5M
Views
The Milk Carton Kids - Michigan
Youtube
2.5M views
Jul 20, 2011
468.1K
Views

The Milk Carton Kids - Prologue (Full Album)

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The Milk Carton Kids - Prologue (Full Album)
Youtube
468.1K views
Dec 14, 2012
441.6K
Views

The Milk Carton Kids - Wish You Were Here (Pink Floyd)

ANTI- Records

The Milk Carton Kids - Wish You Were Here (Pink Floyd)
Youtube
441.6K views
Oct 05, 2015

The Milk Carton Kids's Top Spotify Playlists in the past 3 Months

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Infinite Acoustic
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Contemporary Folk
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This Is Iron & Wine
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perfect.
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RADIHAWKE 🍝
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Events163 Events

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The Milk Carton Kids at McMenamin''s Grand Lodge
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, Forest Grove β€’ 500 - 1200 Other
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Lyle Lovett at Chateau Ste. Michelle Winery
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, Woodinville β€’ 2500 - 5000 Other
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The Milk Carton Kids at Jericho Beach Park
Canada
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, Vancouver β€’ N/A Public / Outdoor
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29
The Milk Carton Kids at Last Concert Cafe
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, Houston β€’ 0 - 500 Bar
Past
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28
The Milk Carton Kids at Antone''s Nightclub
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, Austin β€’ 500 - 1200 Club
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Feb
27
The Milk Carton Kids at The Studio at the Factory
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, Dallas β€’ 500 - 1200 Hall
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03
The Milk Carton Kids at El Rey Theatre
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, Los Angeles β€’ 500 - 1200 Hall
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Feb
01
The Milk Carton Kids at Ryman Auditorium
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USA
, Nashville β€’ 1200 - 2500 Hall
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The Milk Carton Kids's Upcoming Events3 Events

  • The Milk Carton Kids at McMenamin''s Grand Lodge

    The Milk Carton Kids
    McMenamin's Grand Lodge
    USA, Forest Grove
    Other500 - 1.2K
  • Lyle Lovett at Chateau Ste. Michelle Winery

    Lyle Lovett, The Milk Carton Kids
    Chateau Ste. Michelle Winery
    USA, Woodinville
    Other2.5K - 5K
  • The Milk Carton Kids at Jericho Beach Park

    The Milk Carton Kids, 47SOUL
    Jericho Beach Park
    CAN, Vancouver
    Public / Outdoor

The Milk Carton Kids's Past Events160 Events

  • The Milk Carton Kids at Last Concert Cafe

    The Milk Carton Kids
    Last Concert Cafe
    USA, Houston
    Bar0 - 500
  • The Milk Carton Kids at Antone''s Nightclub

    The Milk Carton Kids, Andrew Combs
    Antone's Nightclub
    USA, Austin
    Club500 - 1.2K
  • The Milk Carton Kids at The Studio at the Factory

    The Milk Carton Kids, Andrew Combs
    The Studio at the Factory
    USA, Dallas
    Hall500 - 1.2K
  • The Milk Carton Kids at El Rey Theatre

    The Milk Carton Kids
    El Rey Theatre
    USA, Los Angeles
    Hall500 - 1.2K
  • The Milk Carton Kids at Ryman Auditorium

    The Milk Carton Kids
    Ryman Auditorium
    USA, Nashville
    Hall1.2K - 2.5K

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More about The Milk Carton Kids

Overview of Folk Rock musician The Milk Carton Kids

American folk music group The Milk Carton Kids hails from Los Angeles. Joey Ryan and Kenneth Pattengale, the pair that formed in 2011, have made a name for themselves in the folk rock industry since their formation.

They frequently get compared to Simon and Garfunkel because of their exquisite guitar playing and close vocal harmonies in their music. The Milk Carton Kids' music has a retro yet modern vibe, and their lyrics are frequently reflective and depressing. Their music is a fusion of modern rock and traditional folk, giving it a distinctive sound that has won them praise from critics.

The Milk Carton Kids, while having a brief career, have already had a significant impact on the music scene, receiving Grammy nominations and playing renowned locations like Nashville's Ryman Auditorium. Their work serves as a testament to both the folk rock genre's continuing popularity and their capacity to infuse it with new ideas.

What are the most popular songs for Folk Rock musician The Milk Carton Kids?

Los Angeles-based The Milk Carton Kids are a folk rock combo that has won over many fans with their distinctive sound. "Michigan," one of their most well-known songs, with stunning harmonies and a mesmerizing tune that will stay with you long after the song is ended. Another outstanding song by the group is "Wish You Were Here," which highlights their superb guitar playing and exquisite lyrics.

A slower, more melancholy song called "Whisper In Her Ear" touches listeners' hearts with its moving lyrics and lovely harmonies. The lively song "Younger Years" has clever lyrics and a great rhythm. With its exquisite guitar playing and mesmerizing vocal performance, "A Sea of Roses" is another great song.

While "Secrets Of The Stars" is a more reflective song that talks to the complexities of life and relationships, "Monterey" is a sentimental song that recalls memories of a former love. While "Asheville Skies" is a stunning hymn to a simpler way of life, "I'll Be Gone" is a sorrowful song that tackles the pain of leaving loved ones behind. The stirring song "Mourning in America" addresses current political and social challenges.

The Milk Carton Kids are generally gifted at writing stunning, thought-provoking tunes that connect with listeners on a deep level. They have carved out a distinct niche in the folk rock music genre with their superb harmonies and guitar prowess.

What are the latest songs and music albums for Folk Rock musician The Milk Carton Kids?

The Milk Carton Kids, a folk rock group from Los Angeles, have been hard at work creating new music. In 2023, they put out "I Only See the Moon," a compilation of reflective and heartfelt songs that showcases their distinctive harmonies and beautiful guitar playing. Critics have commended the album for being open and vulnerable.

"North Country Ride," one of the album's best songs, has eerie melodies and moving lyrics that explore themes of love and loss. Two other standout songs are "All of the Time in the World to Kill," a fast, uptempo piece that demonstrates the band's versatility as a musician, and "Star Shine," a stripped-down ballad that highlights the intricate guitar work of the group.

The Milk Carton Kids' newest single, "When You're Gone," as well as their most recent album were both published in 2022. The song has been lauded for its emotional depth and unvarnished lyricism and showcases the duo's signature harmonies and exquisite guitar playing.

Overall, The Milk Carton Kids' reflective and sensitive songs push the boundaries of folk rock music. Their most recent album and single demonstrate their musical development and are sure to enthrall fans with their distinctive harmonies and guitar playing.

Which are the most important music performances and festival appearances for Folk Rock musician The Milk Carton Kids?

Los Angeles-based folk rock group The Milk Carton Kids have recently performed on the stages of some of the most prominent venues and festivals across the globe. The New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival, MerleFest, Hardly Strictly Bluegrass, Arroyo Seco Weekend, and the Newport Folk Festival are just a few of their notable festival appearances. They have charmed crowds at various festivals with their intricate harmonies and acoustic guitar playing.

Their stripped-down performances, which accentuate the duo's vocal harmony and poetry, have won them praise from critics at prestigious venues like Carnegie Hall in New York, the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, and the Paradiso in Amsterdam. The Milk Carton Kids have also performed in smaller settings like Santa Fe's Meow Wolf and New York's Bowery Ballroom, where they have demonstrated their capacity to relate to their audiences on a personal level.

The Milk Carton Kids gave a memorable performance at the Newport Folk Festival in 2017, when they were joined by a special guest: Gabrielle Drake, the legendary sister of British folk singer-songwriter Nick Drake. A hauntingly beautiful tribute song by Nick Drake, "Pink Moon," was sung by the group, leaving the crowd in wonder. The Milk Carton Kids have also dazzled audiences with their renditions of original songs like "Michigan" and "I Still Want A Little More" at events like MerleFest and Hardly Strictly Bluegrass.

The Milk Carton Kids have made a name for themselves as one of the most intriguing and captivating folk rock performers of the last ten years, and their appearances at prestigious venues and festivals all over the world are proof of their skill and artistry.

Which are the most important collaborations with other musicians for Folk Rock musician The Milk Carton Kids?

The Milk Carton Kids have worked with many musicians over the years, but their most notable collaborations are on Josh Ritter's song "Losing Battles - Acoustic" and Emmylou Harris', Buddy Miller's, Mavis Staples', and Shawn Colvin's song "Boulder To Birmingham - Live." The first song is a more straightforward rendition of the original, with Ritter's eerie vocals and the duo's harmonies wonderfully balancing one another. The latter is a live rendition of a song that Emmylou Harris wrote, and having the other musicians there adds to the experience.

'Awake My Soul with The Milk Carton Kids - Live from Denver' is another noteworthy collaboration that includes Mumford & Sons. The harmonies of the two bands mesh together perfectly because they share a similar sound and aesthetic. The fact that they can collaborate and produce something this lovely is a credit to their musical abilities.

'Patience' with Shovels & Rope and 'The Gospel of Mary' with Josh Ritter are two other remarkable projects. The first song is an eerie ballad that displays the Milk Carton Kids' talent for using music to express emotion, while the second is a bouncy, foot-stomping number that will get your toes tapping. These partnerships show the Milk Carton Kids' adaptability and capacity to work with a variety of artists to produce truly unique works.

What do people also ask about Folk Rock musician The Milk Carton Kids?


What happened to the milk carton kids?

On December 27, 1996, Patrick and David, who were 11 and 13 years old, respectively, went missing. They haven't been seen since. No Response.


Why are they called the Milk Carton Kids?

The song "Milk Carton Kid," one of their early songs, which makes reference to the experience of maturing and growing up, is where the band gets its name.


How did the milk carton kids meet?

After meeting at Pattengale's solo performance in their hometown of Eagle Rock, California, Joey Ryan and Kenneth Pattengale started The Milk Carton Kids. After having difficulty in their individual careers, they came together.


Did any milk carton kids get found?

The milk carton kids campaign did not have much luck in helping to locate any missing kids, and none of the kids that appeared on the milk cartons have been located. Paper cartons were later replaced with plastic bottles, ending the campaign.


How old were the milk carton kids?

Despite their young age - 11 and 13 respectively.