Basic Folk

Basic Folk is a podcast with honest conversations between musicians and Cindy Howes, a well-versed public radio host and music curator, and guest host: singer/songwriter Lizzie No. Basic Folk approaches interviews with warmth, humor and insightful questions. This podcast fosters the folk community and showcases a genre that is often misunderstood. Basic Folk features complex conversations about the human experience witnessed from an artistic angle. Our definition of “folk” is extremely broad, so you’ll hear interviews from Amythyst Kiah, Tom Rush, The Lumineers and many more. Basic Folk is dedicated to showcasing the best in folk and roots musicians including BIPOC musicians who have been excluded, or felt like they did not belong, in the folk world. Both Cindy and Lizzie bring unique perspectives to our honest conversations and are dedicated to changing the landscape and the gatekeepers of the folk music community.

Interested in voices who can shed light on the diverse and evolving world of folk music? Look no further than Basic Folk, a podcast hosted by Cindy Howes, a seasoned public radio host and music curator, along with guest host Lizzie No, a talented singer/songwriter. With warmth, humor, and insightful questions, Basic Folk invites musicians from all walks of life to share their stories and experiences. From Amythyst Kiah to Tom Rush to The Lumineers, this podcast showcases the best in folk and roots musicians, while also amplifying the voices of BIPOC artists who have been historically overlooked in the folk community. Join Cindy and Lizzie as they challenge the status quo and foster a more inclusive folk music landscape.

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