Should Folk Music Be Heard On The Radio
September 1st, 2011 by admin
When most people think of folk music, they think of a young Bob Dylan or an old Woody Guthrie plucking away on an acoustic guitar singing the songs of life. However, an influx of new bands has changed the definition of one of music’s older genres. It is with this in mind that a return to some of the more classic artists is a definite plus and need.
While a more mainstream crossover folk bank like Mumford and Sons gains popularity, can you imagine the delight in hearing some of their influences on the radio? From the brutal honesty of Johnny Cash to the vision of Donovan, a whole new generation of listeners could be turned on to one of music’s proudest genres. In today’s age of information and entertainment overload, the simplest approaches and sounds sometimes ring the loudest.
Therefore, it is safe to say, folk music belongs on the radio. It belongs on the radio to continue to perpetuate the legacy of some of the greatest storytellers in music history. It belongs on the radio to celebrate the forebears of some today’s best bands. Finally, it belongs on the radio to influence the next generation of music excellence.