Category Archives: folktronica

SONG OF THE DAY Tremor – Resplandor

Posted on October 20, 2017 by The Listening Post Blog

Some songs just sink instantly into your head and nestle themselves away like they’ve been there for years! Today’s song had that effect on me and within the very first few seconds I took to Resplandor immediately! Originating from Buenos … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Juana Molina – Cosoco

Posted on April 14, 2017 by The Listening Post Blog

Juana Molina first came to my attention in 2014 when I was watching some Glastonbury footage on TV, her performance completely stood out for me, so much so I featured the unique, bass-driven sounds of Eras shortly after. Hailing from Argentina, Juana … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Mammal Hands – Hourglass

Posted on June 12, 2016 by The Listening Post Blog

Continuing on the Gondwana Records theme from Friday, I have been checking out other artists on this label and have found this cracking track from Manchester trio, Mammal Hands; (other previous Gondwana Records features include Matthew Halsall & The Gondwana Orchestra, GoGo Penguin, … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY The Memory Band feat. Liam Bailey – Demon Days

Posted on March 6, 2016 by The Listening Post Blog

Something smooth and gentle for a Sunday afternoon to set the pace for the rest of the day..well, one can hope! The Memory Band are a UK folk-based group founded by Stephen Cracknell in 2003.  Over the years the band … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Blocktreat – Hinterland Steez

Posted on February 27, 2016 by The Listening Post Blog

When the world won’t leave you alone and all you want is a little peace, find your way out of the madness with a little bit of Blocktreat and his great new song, ‘Hinterland Steez’! It’s working for me, one … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY (ALBUM FOR THE WEEK) Nicola Cruz – Prender el Alma

Posted on December 13, 2015 by The Listening Post Blog

As of tomorrow The Listening Post Blog will be going offline for a few days to take a short break, but fear not, I shall be back by the weekend with plenty more songs to share, oh yes! In these … Continue reading →

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