Lumineers Announce Cleopatra Anniversary Vinyl Set
The band's 2016 debut album gets a 10th-anniversary vinyl edition with a second disc of B-sides and bonus tracks.
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Across the globe, coverage here takes in new album releases, folk festival lineups, artist legacy concerts and singer-songwriter award nominations. This page covers the storytelling and acoustic traditions rooted in folk and Americana music.
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November 3, 2026
Julian Lage Joins Bob Dylan Band on GuitarThe New Jersey guitarist stepped in for Mike Seal at Dylan's Zurich show, after a last-minute request.
October 30, 2026
Glen Hansard Cover of Bottle of Smoke ReleasedA new live version of the Shane MacGowan classic arrives ahead of an upcoming tribute album.
October 29, 2026
Adam Cohen to Launch Leonard Cohen Tribute TourThe 54-year-old musician will begin the Everybody Knows tour next week without including Hallelujah in his setlist.
October 27, 2026
MJ Lenderman Releases New Lambchop Cover SongThe singer records a version of Weakened as part of an upcoming EP featuring various artists.
October 27, 2026
Calida Sari Releases New Folk Single SearchingThe folk rock and alt-country track explores personal experiences following an ADHD diagnosis.
October 25, 2026
Kevin Morby to Tour Australia in November 2026The singer-songwriter will perform following the release of his eighth solo studio album, Little Wide Open.
October 23, 2026
Josh Rouse Releases New Album Museums and WomenThe singer-songwriter debuts his latest project alongside a music video for the single Spring.
October 23, 2026
Mon Rovîa Releases New Single Jester in the BowlThe folk artist drops his latest track while preparing for a winter tour across mainland Europe with Noah Kahan.
October 20, 2026
Letters of Acceptance Releases New SingleThe folk quartet returns with Don't Forget to Try to Be Happy ahead of their upcoming album Frets.
October 16, 2026
Alfie Jukes Announces Debut Album Funny Little FeelingThe folk artist revealed his first studio project following the release of his latest single, Lucy, When You Wake Up.
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