Folk Rock

Folk Rock: 135 upcoming festivals, including 49 with tickets on sale.

Folk rock blends acoustic instrumentation like guitars and often harmonicas with electric rock elements, creating a sound that marries introspective storytelling with a driving beat and accessible melodies. This genre emerged in the mid-1960s in the US and UK, born from the fusion of the contemporary folk revival and the burgeoning rock and roll movement, notably influenced by British Invasion bands. The Byrds are widely credited with pioneering the sound, while Bob Dylan and Simon & Garfunkel further popularized its lyrical depth and musical innovation. Its cultural impact was significant, providing a voice for social commentary within a commercially appealing framework.

Parent genreGolden Age / Classic Rock