(Editor's Note: The entire BGS team would like to congratulate Basic Folk on 300 amazing episodes of the podcast! Celebrate #300, featuring GRAMMY nominee Sierra Hull as our guest, with us below.) When mandolinist Sierra Hull was little, her dad told her she was really good "for a 10-year-old." The older Hull knew Sierra had a…

(Editor's Note: This special episode of Basic Folk featuring Gary Louris is guest-hosted by singer-songwriter and friend of the podcast Mark Erelli.) You probably know Gary Louris as the leader of The Jayhawks – or as they refer to themselves, “a band from Minnesota.” The Jayhawks are pioneers of roots rock, alt-country, and Americana. Whatever…

Singer-songwriter Lilly Hiatt has an interesting way of working melodies and a down-to-earth way of telling stories about her life and about how she sees the world. All of her albums have cool, crunchy guitar parts that take folk songwriting to a rockin' level. On her new album, Forever, her diverse influences are woven into…

Although the ever-enigmatic Sam Moss is not a great swimmer, he named his latest album Swimming. The folk singer with a gentle demeanor is back with thoughtful songs and captivating melodies. Hailing from New England, Sam has carved out a unique niche in the folk world, blending naturalistic themes with an introspective approach to songwriting.…

Anna B Savage is down-to-earth and witchy as hell at the same time. Over her three albums, she's cultivated a mesmerizing sound and epic image – like David Bowie, Björk, Kate Bush, etc. – that's gained her a godlike reputation. A reputation which preceded the actual human being behind the art, leaving some to wonder…