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Lutalo: Hip Hop Roots and Folk Future(s)

January 16, 2025

In 2024, Vermont’s Lutalo released their debut album, The Academy. In this episode of Basic Folk, they share the profound influence of their father, whose deep love for artistry and creativity laid the foundation for Lutalo’s musical path. We delve into the broad variety of their influences, from underground hip-hop to African drumming classes, each shaping their unique sound and approach to music. Lutalo’s candid reflections on their experiences in a private prep school reveal the complexities of navigating expectations…

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Edie Carey & Sarah Sample: remain Cool despite Comfort, Cajons and Dream Catchers

November 7, 2024

Friends and collaborators, Edie Carey & Sarah Sample teamed up in 2014 for their first album Til the Morning: Lullabies…

The Sound of Women’s Voices: A Shorty Bonus on a Weird Ass Day

November 6, 2024

I woke up today and my wife told me the news. I went for a walk in the woods and…

From Songwriting to Sobriety: Kasey Anderson’s Journey to His Final Album

October 31, 2024

We’re starting with the end in our conversation with Kasey Anderson. On the pod, we’ve covered a lot of firsts;…

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Our definition of “folk” is extremely broad, so you’ll hear interviews from

KT Tunstall,

John Hiatt,

Amythyst Kiah,

Kishi Bashi,

... and many more. Cindy and Lizzie approach their interviews with warmth, humor and insightful questions.