MUS-Z 404 “The Music of Bob Dylan” is offered every spring semester at IU and open to all students. The course, taught by Gabriel Lubell, a visiting lecturer in music at the Jacobs School of Music, ...

On this day in 1988, Tracy Chapman dropped her debut album and changed the world of contemporary folk for the better.

Michael Hurley, a legendary singer-songwriter known as the “Godfather of freak folk” has died. He was 83. His family ...

In their first joint interview, Chapman & album producer David Kershenbaum reflect on their decadeslong journey and reuniting for the new vinyl reissue.

The folk/Americana duo Watchhouse is kicking off its latest national tour with an April 11 show at UConn’s Jorgensen Center for the Performing Arts in Storrs. The North Carolina band’s new album ...

For years, the singer and songwriter has avoided the spotlight. But she is breaking her silence to look back on her ...

This week's notable releases include the latest albums by Black Country, New Road, the Ophelias, Florist, and more.

Sometimes called the father of freak-folk, the 83-year-old singer-songwriter lived, worked and died on his own terms.

Folk singer and songwriter Michael Hurley passed away in Astoria, Oregon, on April 3, 2025. Dubbed as the 'Godfather of freak ...

On Friday, April 4, it was confirmed that underground folk legend, cartoonist and painter Michael Hurley — who was ...

Michael Hurley, known as the "Godfather of freak folk" has died at 83. He released more than 30 albums in his 60-year career.

I share music and songs through the lens of deep listening,” said Pell, a finger-style guitarist who has appeared as a ...