The quiet strummings of new folk have become the genre of New Americana in the United Kingdom-a polite new punk that shakes old musical boundaries.

Jun 1, 2011 - Mike Cobley

Suite101 answers the question, "What is Americana Music?" with defintions, history, and recomended listening

Sep 16, 2009 - Craig Sanders

This music is taken from the traditions of Roots music and is represented by contemporary artist of today. Here are some of those genres and artist that represent them.

Feb 5, 2010 - Jim Galloway

Virginia trio Tumbling Bones brings vitality and drive to Americana music with their debut EP, Risk Not Your Soul.

May 21, 2011 - Diane Amov

The city of Chicago draws tourists and businessmen and women alike and Wrigleyville offers an awesome experience providing a picture of American life.

Jul 4, 2011 - Katherine Ward

Dehlia Low puts the roots back in roots music with a singular new CD, Ravens and Crows.

Jul 26, 2011 - Diane Amov

If you're looking for the relaxed vibe of a music festival audience, you're in luck. These festivals have been attracting thousands of hippies for years.

May 3, 2010 - Skye Brannon

This Presidents' Day weekend, investigate Aaron Copland's "Lincoln's Portrait" and the album "George Washington: Music for the First President."

Feb 16, 2009 - Sarah Canice Funke

The UK Indie scene is still alive and kicking but where to go to read all about it? Check out this review of UK music magazines and you'll have the answer.

Feb 6, 2011 - Nathan Fulham

Kay models in the 1920's and 30's included entry level flat and archtop guitars with the first electric Guitar instrument appearing in the early 40's.

Feb 27, 2010 - Jim Galloway

There are songwriting websites with songwriting tools, songwriting tips & songwriting techniques but famous songwriters get famous only if they get heard.

Dec 21, 2010 - Jim Galloway

American Roots Music has become a darling of the urban songwriter. Artists like Norah Jones give the music genre a more universal appeal by exploring folk.

Nov 23, 2010 - Christy Claxton

The Lost Society are one of many Americana influenced bands that have risen in popularity in the Live Music scene and Country Blues arena in the UK

Apr 10, 2010 - Simon James

The UK's music festival juggernaut rolls into August and September with a massive variety of events. Here's an overview of the best of the late-summer festivals.

Mar 14, 2010 - Miles Fahey

The biblical wise man Solomon once said, "there is nothing new under the sun." He was right. Nothing is ever totally original. Hip-Hop music is no exception.

Feb 4, 2010 - TiAja Ellis

Pat Metheny has two sides. The one that plays trippy New Agey music with his band, and the Trio works. His latest project 'Day Trip' is with a brilliant trio.

Nov 30, 2008 - Tien Providence

Early rural music wasn't of interest to record companies until they realized it was commercially viable. But recordings by these musicians provide valued oral histories.

Mar 2, 2009 - Lisa L. Rollins