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Folk Music Folk Music Folk Music 101 Artists & Styles Reviews From Kim Ruehl, your Guide to Folk Music The year is nowhere near finished, of course, and there are still some exciting new releases on the horizon (Sarah Jarosz, Neko Case, Amanda Shires, and more). But, as summer starts to wind down, now seems like a good time to look back on the great music that's dropped already this year. Here's a look at some of the best new music of 2013 so far. Best Folk Albums of 2013 So Far From Americana darlings like Jason Isbell and Holly Williams, to contemporary folk singer-songwriters like Patty Griffin...2013 has been a great year for truth-telling songwriters. Here's a look at a small handful of some of the best albums of the year so far. Search Related Topics:  best of 2013  folk music albums  singer-songwriters Patty Griffin - 'American Kid' Patty Griffin always writes the kind of songs that could slay you, but her latest effort is largely a tribute to her late father. Chocked full of songs about family and loss, heartache and wonder, 'American Kid' is easily one of the best albums of the year. Check out my full review. Search Related Topics:  patty griffin  american kid  robert plant Aoife O'Donovan - 'Fossils' Fans of the late progressive bluegrass outfit Crooked Still may be interested to discover that their frontwoman's solo work is a bit of a departure. Learn more about Aoife O'Donovan's full-length solo debut with this full review. Search Related Topics:  aoife o'donovan  crooked still  singer-songwriters Profile: Jason Isbell Jason Isbell may be known by many as a guitarist for the seminal alt-country band the Drive-By Truckers. But, since parting with that band a few years back, he's been making his mark with a solo career. His latest album is a beautiful singer-songwriter affair that you won't want to miss. Search Related Topics:  jason isbell  drive-by truckers  singer-songwriters Related Searches Folk Music 2013 Music Music Hip Hop New Music Albums New Songs 2013 Featured Articles Get to know Hurray for the Riff Raff Artists to Watch: Michael Kiwanuka New Artists at Newport 2013 Folk Music Legends: Alice Gerrard New Music and Tour Dates from Ben Sollee Milk Carton Kids Summer Tour Dates   More from About.com Run Your First 5K Even couch potatoes can be ready for a 5K with just a couple months of training. Read more...> Help! I'm Too Busy Time and stress management tips to help you feel as though you have more time. 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 © 2013 About.com   Must Reads Essential Child Ballads 'Anthology of American Folk Music' What Is Americana? New Releases to Watch Great Folk Albums for Kids   Follow me on: Advertisement