Neofolk

Neofolk: 24 upcoming festivals, including 8 with tickets on sale.

Neofolk, also known as dark folk, typically features acoustic guitars, often accompanied by melancholic, declamatory vocals and a rhythmic, atmospheric energy, creating a somber and introspective soundscape. Emerging from the post-industrial scene in the 1980s, it represents a syncretic effort to forge a new European folk music, drawing influences from 1960s and 70s folk artists like Scott Walker and Leonard Cohen, alongside post-punk and cold wave. Iconic artists include Death in June, Current 93, and Sol Invictus. This genre often explores themes of European history, mythology, and esotericism, contributing to its distinct cultural impact.

Parent genreFolk