folk singer
noun
variants
or less commonly folksinger
or folk-singer
: one who sings folk songs or sings in a style associated with folk songs
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From folk singers getting Italian beef with extra giardiniera to DJs seeking sushi, this is where performers are heading to get a taste of the Windy City.
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Samantha Nelson, Chicago Tribune, 15 July 2024
This folk-rock treasure dates back to his days as a struggling folk singer playing the Troubadour in Hollywood.
—Ed Masley, The Arizona Republic, 30 Mar. 2024
After days of speculation that Chapman would join Combs on stage to play her classic 1988 song, the folk singer made a rare appearance at Sunday’s show for a simple yet deeply affecting performance.
—Patrick Ryan, USA TODAY, 5 Feb. 2024
Autumnal and ethereal indie folk singer Madilyn Mackensie is next up at Streets, alongside fellow indie acts Alex Dowden and tchochke (8 p.m. Friday, July 19.
—Aaron Davis, Sacramento Bee, 30 June 2024
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Samantha Nelson, Chicago Tribune, 15 July 2024
This folk-rock treasure dates back to his days as a struggling folk singer playing the Troubadour in Hollywood.
—Ed Masley, The Arizona Republic, 30 Mar. 2024
After days of speculation that Chapman would join Combs on stage to play her classic 1988 song, the folk singer made a rare appearance at Sunday’s show for a simple yet deeply affecting performance.
—Patrick Ryan, USA TODAY, 5 Feb. 2024
Autumnal and ethereal indie folk singer Madilyn Mackensie is next up at Streets, alongside fellow indie acts Alex Dowden and tchochke (8 p.m. Friday, July 19.
—Aaron Davis, Sacramento Bee, 30 June 2024
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folksinger
noun
folk·sing·er
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: a singer of folk songs
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