Biggest Stars

Creedence Clearwater Revival
Creedence Clearwater Revival
USAFolk Rock

Creedence Clearwater Revival

USARockFolk Rock
Eagles
Eagles
USAFolk Rock

Eagles

USARockFolk Rock
Passenger
Passenger
GBRFolk Rock

Passenger

GBRRockFolk Rock
Ben&Ben
Ben&Ben
PHLIndie Pop

Ben&Ben

PHLPopIndie Pop
The Lumineers
The Lumineers
USAFolk Rock

The Lumineers

USARockFolk Rock
R.E.M.
R.E.M.
USAAlternative Rock

R.E.M.

USARockAlternative Rock
George Ezra
George Ezra
GBRMainstream Pop

George Ezra

GBRPopMainstream Pop
Jack Johnson
Jack Johnson
USAFolk Rock

Jack Johnson

USARockFolk Rock
Mumford & Sons
Mumford & Sons
GBRFolk Rock

Mumford & Sons

GBRRockFolk Rock
Bob Dylan
Bob Dylan
USAFolk Rock

Bob Dylan

USARockFolk Rock
Simon & Garfunkel
Simon & Garfunkel
USAFolk Rock

Simon & Garfunkel

USARockFolk Rock
Lord Huron
Lord Huron
USAFolk Rock

Lord Huron

USARockFolk Rock
Elyse Myers
Elyse Myers
USAMainstream Pop

Elyse Myers

USAPopMainstream Pop
George Harrison
George Harrison
GBRPop Rock

George Harrison

GBRRockPop Rock
Van Morrison
Van Morrison
GBRFolk Rock

Van Morrison

GBRRockFolk Rock
John Denver
John Denver
USAFolk Rock

John Denver

USARockFolk Rock
Zé Ramalho
Zé Ramalho
BRAFolk Rock

Zé Ramalho

BRARockFolk Rock
Lizzy McAlpine
Lizzy McAlpine
USAIndie Pop

Lizzy McAlpine

USAPopIndie Pop
Carpenters
Carpenters
USAMainstream Pop

Carpenters

USAPopMainstream Pop
Neil Diamond
Neil Diamond
USAPop Rock

Neil Diamond

USARockPop Rock
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Top Artists by Radio Spins Last month

Eagles
Eagles
USAFolk Rock

Eagles

USARockFolk Rock
162.3K radio spins
Creedence Clearwater Revival
Creedence Clearwater Revival
USAFolk Rock

Creedence Clearwater Revival

USARockFolk Rock
101K radio spins
Bob Dylan
Bob Dylan
USAFolk Rock

Bob Dylan

USARockFolk Rock
69.8K radio spins
Simon & Garfunkel
Simon & Garfunkel
USAFolk Rock

Simon & Garfunkel

USARockFolk Rock
64.2K radio spins
America
America
USAFolk Rock

America

USARockFolk Rock
60.7K radio spins

Most Streamed Spotify Tracks

Past Month
1
The Night We Met
The Night We Met
10.5M streams
2
Let Her Go
Let Her Go
6.2M streams
3
Hotel California - 2013 Remaster
Hotel California - 2013 Remaster
4.8M streams
4
Ophelia
Ophelia
4.8M streams
5
Ho Hey
Ho Hey
4.6M streams
6
Harvest Moon - Recorded at Spotify Studios NYC
Harvest Moon - Recorded at Spotify Studios NYC
4M streams
7
Feed the Machine
Feed the Machine
2.8M streams
8
Brown Eyed Girl
Brown Eyed Girl
2.7M streams
9
Take It Easy - 2013 Remaster
Take It Easy - 2013 Remaster
2.6M streams
10
Second Chances
Second Chances
2.6M streams
1

The Night We Met

2

Let Her Go

3

Hotel California - 2013 Remaster

4

Ophelia

5

Ho Hey

6

Harvest Moon - Recorded at Spotify Studios NYC

7

Feed the Machine

8

Brown Eyed Girl

9

Take It Easy - 2013 Remaster

10

Second Chances

Top Spotify Playlists

Classic Acoustic
Classic Acoustic
Spotify
2.6M followers
Run Wild
Run Wild
Spotify
2.4M followers
Totally Stress Free
Totally Stress Free
Spotify
2.1M followers
Happy Folk
Happy Folk
Spotify
2M followers
Wild & Free
Wild & Free
Spotify
1.5M followers
Chill Folk
Chill Folk
Spotify
871.4K followers

Subgenre Popularity

Music stats for top 3,000 artists last month

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      • 11.6K
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      • 2.1M
      11.6K
      Folk Rock artists
      Spotify
      1.8B
      Streams on Spotify
      YouTube
      0
      Views on YouTube
      Radio Airplay
      2.1M
      Radio spins
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      Questions? We have answers

      Overview of Folk Rock music

      Folk Rock music emerged in the mid-1960s as a fusion of traditional folk music and rock and roll. It was a response to the changing social and political climate of the time and became a vehicle for expressing political and social commentary.

      Folk Rock music was characterized by its use of acoustic instruments such as guitar, banjo, and mandolin, and its emphasis on lyrics and vocal harmonies. It was also known for its use of storytelling and narrative in its songs. Folk Rock music had a strong influence on the counter-culture movement of the time and was often associated with anti-war and civil rights activism.

      While its popularity waned in the 1970s, Folk Rock music has continued to influence contemporary music and remains an important part of the American musical landscape.

      Which musicians and bands defined Folk Rock music?

      Folk Rock is a genre that emerged in the 1960s, blending elements of folk music and rock music.

      Some of the most iconic musicians and bands that represent Folk Rock include Bob Dylan, The Byrds, Simon & Garfunkel, Neil Young, Joni Mitchell, Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young, and The Band.

      These artists were known for their acoustic guitar-driven sound, poetic lyrics, and use of harmonies and vocal arrangements. They paved the way for future generations of Folk Rock musicians and continue to influence the genre today.

      Which songs and albums defined Folk Rock music?

      Several songs and albums have played a defining role in shaping the genre of folk rock.

      Bob Dylan's "Like a Rolling Stone" from the album "Highway 61 Revisited" (1965) is considered a landmark in blending folk and rock, with its poetic lyrics and electric instrumentation.

      Simon & Garfunkel's "The Sound of Silence" from the album "Sounds of Silence" (1966) exemplifies their signature harmonies and introspective songwriting.

      Joni Mitchell's album "Blue" (1971) is a masterpiece that showcases her confessional lyrics and intricate guitar work.

      Fleetwood Mac's self-titled album (1975) featuring "Landslide" combines folk elements with pop sensibilities, while Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young's "Déjà Vu" (1970) showcases their tight harmonies and socio-political themes.

      These songs and albums, among others, have defined folk rock, fusing elements of folk music with rock instrumentation, and leaving a lasting impact on the genre.

      Which music festivals and events represent Folk Rock music?

      Some of the popular music festivals and events that represent the Folk Rock music genre include Newport Folk Festival, Cambridge Folk Festival, Edmonton Folk Music Festival, and Winnipeg Folk Festival.

      These festivals are known for showcasing a diverse range of folk rock artists from around the world, with performances that combine traditional folk music with elements of rock and pop. They offer a platform for emerging and established artists to showcase their unique sound and connect with their audience. The festivals also feature workshops, talks, and other interactive events that allow fans to get closer to their favorite artists and learn more about the genre.

      Overall, these festivals celebrate the rich history and evolving sound of Folk Rock music, and continue to attract music lovers from around the world.