The last time folk music truly mattered, the world was on edge. In the 1960s, a young Bob Dylan arrived in New York armed with a guitar, a harmonica, and a deep suspicion of authority. His songs ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Riley Baugus, a Walkertown native, grew up listening to blues and classic country musicians. At the age of 10, he started playing ...

American folk songs have an evergreen charm that still connects with people today. These songs tell stories about freedom, love, hard work, hope, and everyday American life in a simple but meaningful ...

This Friday and Saturday, Raleigh Wide Open is taking over the streets of our state's capital. The festival is a celebration of American roots music ranging from gospel to folk and also features arts, ...