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Folk Music Folk Music Folk Music 101 Artists & Styles Reviews From Kim Ruehl, your Guide to Folk Music It's early in the year, but already we've seen some great new releases from old timers and newcomers alike. Check out these four essential albums from the first two months of 2013 and get your year off to the right kind of start. Mary Gauthier - 'Live at Blue Rock' Mary Gauthier has been a songwriter's songwriter for many years, releasing albums just about every working singer-songwriter wishes they'd written themselves. on 'Live at Blue Rock', Gauthier teams up with some remarkable instrumentalists to highlight her skills as a performer. It's definitely worth picking up. Search Related Topics:  mary gauthier  singer-songwirters  live albums Townes Van Zandt - 'Sunshine Boy' Since his death in 1997, Townes Van Zandt has become hailed as one of the greatest singer-songwriters from the entirety of contemporary folk music. His songs have influenced generations of writers. This 2-Disc set features unreleased demos from one of Van Zandt's finest songwriting periods. Great for any fan or newcomer. Search Related Topics:  townes van zandt  folk music albums  singer-songwriters Kris Kristofferson - 'Feeling Mortal' Kris Kristofferson has had a remarkable career writing songs for other people as well as making records of his own. Now, at age 76, he's released a stirring, honest album of arresting songs which tackle the rollercoaster of facing one's own mortality. It's sure to be one of the best folk albums of the year. Search Related Topics:  kris kristofferson  singer-songwriters  folk music albums 'Gypsies & Clowns - Natalia Zukerman and Friends Live' If you're interested in the kind of singer-songwriter music which defies genre convention and focuses instead on pulling lovely melodies together with rhythmic lyrics, chances are you'd enjoy this live recording of Natalia Zukerman with her many talented friends live at SPACE. Search Related Topics:  natalia zukerman  live albums  singer-songwriters Related Searches Folk Music Artists New Music Music Songs Folk Songs Listen Music Featured Articles New Song from Steve Martin & Edie Brickell 2013 Grammy Winners All About Ryan Adams Essential Folk Albums Profile: Hiss Golden Messenger Great Folk Music Movies   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...> Best U.S. Destinations Experts pick the top U.S. destinations for 2013 based on budget, special events, and more. 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: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2012 About.com   Must Reads What Is Americana? New Releases to Watch Unreleased Townes Van Zandt CD Label Spotlight: Signature Sounds Great Folk Albums for Kids   Follow me on: Advertisement