About Folk Music: Spotlight on Grammy Nominees

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Folk Music Folk Music Folk Music 101 Artists & Styles Reviews From Kim Ruehl, your Guide to Folk Music The Grammy Awards will be handed out in ceremonies scheduled for Feb. 10, 2013, so there's plenty of time to get acquainted with the nominees, hear the albums, delve into the songs, before the awards are presented. Learn more about a few of the nominees with this spotlighted newsletter. And, perhaps more importantly, may you have a safe, happy, healthy, and peaceful new year! Profile: Steep Canyon Rangers The Steep Canyon Rangers may have risen to fame in part as Steve Martin's backing band, but they've been making major waves in the bluegrass world for years. Now nominated for a Grammy in 2013, learn more about this great NC-based bluegrass quintet. Search Related Topics:  steep canyon rangers  steve martin  grammy nominees All About the Lumineers In the Americana category this year, Colorado-based trio the Lumineers scored a nomination for Americana album of the year and Best New Artist (a notable, more mainstream nod for the Americana genre). Learn more about these three newcomers and what's in store for them. Search Related Topics:  lumineers  artists to watch  grammy nominees Review of the Avett Brothers - 'The Carpenter' Easily one of the finest folk (or any genre) albums of 2012, 'The Carpenter' was the Avetts' second collaboration with producer Rick Rubin (a Grammy darling). Though it earned an obvious nomination, it was well-deserved. Check out my review of the album then listen for yourself. Search Related Topics:  avett brothers  best of 2012  new folk albums Elizabeth Mitchell's Folk Music for Children One of the greatest children's music artists earned another Grammy nomination this year - for her collection of songs for children by Woody Guthrie (who would have turned 100 in 2012). If I was a betting person, I'd have money on Mitchell to win this category. Learn more about her incredible gift with this brief bio. Search Related Topics:  elizabeth mitchell  folk music for kids  singer-songwriters Related Searches Folk Music Listen to Music Free Music Songs Music Search Music for Children Featured Articles What Is 'Auld Lang Syne' About? Best of 2012 Profile: Caroline Herring Best Folk Albums of 2012 Full List of Folk Muisc Grammy Nominees 2012's Finest Folk Duos New Townes Van Zandt In 2013   More from About.com The Perfect Engagement Ring How to find a gorgeous ring with a style and price that suit your needs. Read more...> Hometown Holidays Discover the best holiday events near your hometown. Read more...> This newsletter is written by: Kim Ruehl Folk Music Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Folk Music newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2012 About.com   Albums You'll Want to Hear in 2013 Samantha Crain - 'Kid Face' Gurf Morlix - 'Gurf Morlix Finds the Present Tense' Caitlin Rose - 'The Stand-In'   Follow me on: Advertisement